Meaning

Primary

Demon

Alternative

Ogre

Word Type

noun

Explanation

The kanji and the word are exactly the same. That means they share meanings as well.

Reading

おに
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

Since this word is made up of a single kanji, it probably uses the kun'yomi reading. You did not learn this reading, so here's a mnemonic to help you to remember:

Demons are mean. This particular demon bites you on the knee, creating an "O" shape on your knee. He tells you he has cursed you with the "O" knee (おに).

Context

Context Sentences

昨日、お母さん、鬼のようにキレてたよね。

Mom was as mad as an ogre yesterday, huh?

あなたが実際に鬼を見たと仮定しましょう。

Let's say that you actually saw an ogre.

おい!下手な芝居はやめて正体を現せ!この、鬼め!

Hey! Stop this weak act and show us your true form, you demon!

Kanji Composition