Meaning

Primary

Ultraviolet Rays

Word Type

noun

Explanation

The purple outside line is the color spectrum that's outside purple. Those are ultraviolet rays (the lines are the rays).

Reading

しがいせん
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You didn't learn the on’yomi reading of the kanji, so here's a mnemonic to help you remember:

Do you know what animal has the best protection from ultraviolet rays? Sheep (), obviously. The thick fur of wool is the best UV protection. I mean, you've never seen sheep tanned and sunburned, right?

Context

Context Sentences

あんたはまずその紫外線恐怖症を克服しなきゃいけないね。

You must first conquer your fear of the ultraviolet rays.

Kanji Composition