Meaning

Primary

Superior

Alternatives

Superiority, Excellent

Word Type

noun, な adjective

Explanation

Something that's superior will excel. It is superior and excellent in every way.

This word is typically used to describe someone's superiority or excellence, often in comparison to others.

Reading

ゆうしゅう
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.

Context

Context Sentences

レオは僕なんかよりずっと優秀です。

Leo is much more capable than I am.

アヤは、絵画コンクールで優秀賞をもらいました。

Aya got an award for excellence in an art contest.

優秀なシステム管理者は、ハッキングによるいかなる攻撃の可能性にも備えます。

Superior system administrators prepare for any possibility of hacking.

Kanji Composition