This kanji means to try out, attempt, or give it a try.

on readings:
  • shi
kun readings:
  • kokoro
  • tame
examples:
める kokoromeru give it a try
nyūgaku shiken entrance exam
shiai game, match
shiaichuu during a game
shiken experiment, test
shikinseki touchstone, test
shisaku trial manufacture or cultivation
shishoku taste, sample
shiunten trial run
tamesu try out, attempt

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Last ∆ on 26 June 2025 by Bradley James Wogsland.