救
救·rescue
- On-yomi
- キュウ
- Kun-yomi
- すく(う)
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Stroke order
Write it in this order; the numbers mark where each stroke starts.
Common words
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 救う | すくう | to save, rescue |
| 救急車 | きゅうきゅうしゃ | ambulance |
| 救助 | きゅうじょ | rescue |
| 救急 | きゅうきゅう | emergency (medical) |
Example sentences
彼が子どもの命を救った。
かれがこどものいのちをすくった。
He saved the child's life.
すぐに救急車を呼んでください。
すぐにきゅうきゅうしゃをよんでください。
Please call an ambulance right away.
救助隊が山に向かった。
きゅうじょたいがやまにむかった。
The rescue team headed for the mountain.
Similar-looking kanji
Do not confuse these on the exam.
Common mistakes
- Writing 救急車 with only one きゅう
- Reaching for 救う in ordinary situations — for everyday helping, 助ける is the normal verb
Memory aid
Picture it
A plea (求) answered by a hand (攵) reaching in — someone pulled out of trouble.
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