Meaning

Primary

An Effect

Alternative

Effect

Word Type

noun, の adjective

Explanation

The fruit of something that's effective is an effect.

Reading

こうか
  • 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

ジムで水泳をすることが、最も効果的なダイエット方法だと聞きました。

I heard swimming at the gym is the most effective way to lose weight.

Kanji Composition