VocabJLPT N2
reading
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. reading
  2. 2. reading (of a kanji, esp. kun reading)
  3. 3. reading (e.g. of a situation)
Refers to the act of reading or interpreting something, and can also mean a prediction or forecast. It is used in contexts ranging from reading written text to making strategic judgments about a situation.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I probably completely misread my boss's mood today.

Sentence 2

Um, I'm not really sure how to read this kanji?

Sentence 3

If you misjudge the competitive landscape, your investment will go to waste.

Sentence 4

See, you got the reading of that kanji wrong again!

Sentence 5

Don't you think you're reading a little too much into that poem?