This kanji means to investigate thoroughly or exhaustively.

on readings:
  • kyū
kun readings:
  • kiwa
examples:
gakkyū scholar, student
kenkyū research
kenkyūjo research institute
める kiwameru investigate thoroughly/exhaustively
kyūkyoku final, ultimate
kyūmei study, investigation, inquiry
ronkyū discuss thoroughly
tankyū research, investigation

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Last Alteration Performed: 6 December 2025 by Bradley James Wogsland.