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thirst; drying up; craving
Kanji 1087

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Synopsis

This kanji is both about having insufficient amounts of things (whether water, money, love, or phosphorus) and thirsting for them physically or psychologically. Learn to say, “I’m hungry and thirsty,” “Eating spicy food makes you thirsty,” “I satisfied my craving for nature,” and “Our people thirst for independence.” Also find out which verb quenches thirst and learn how to paint with a dry brush.

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Cover of essay 1087 on 渇 (thirst), "Not a Drop to Drink"
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JOYO ON-YOMI
カツ
JOYO KUN-YOMI
かわ-く
STROKES11
RADICAL氵 (85: water)
JLPTN1
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HENSHALL1087/1130
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