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to scorch; be impatient; yearn for
Kanji 1404

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Synopsis

Focus with 焦! Learn to say, "Her face is in focus" and "Focus on a single topic." Relax despite the impatience in 焦! Find out how to say, "Impatience comes from stress" and "Don't be too eager for success." Stay cool despite the heat of 焦! Learn to say, "The scorching sun fried us." Also find out how to say, "The refugee yearned for his home" and "Stop keeping me in suspense."

Revision history:

Oct. 24, 2025: p. 11: Changed the yomi of 妬み to ねたみ, as that is far more likely than そねみ. 

Oct. 10, 2025: Originally published.

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Cover of essay 1404 on 焦 (to scorch; be impatient; yearn for)
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