丸まる

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Common wordJLPTN3Freq.FrequencyTop 2,000

Meanings

noun

circle

Refers to a circular shape or the symbol ○. Often used in contrast with 三角 (triangle) and 四角 (square).

See also: ○ (まる)

紙かみに丸まるを描かいて

Related words· 6

円えんN4sense 1

円 is the neutral, often mathematical word for a circle, while 丸 is the everyday, informal word for a round shape.

すっぽん sense 5

鼈 is the standard word for a soft-shelled turtle, while 丸 is the Kansai dialect term for the same animal.

輪わN3sense 1

輪 refers to a ring-shaped loop or band, whereas 丸 refers to a filled round shape like a dot or disc.

点てんN4

丸 is a round mark or circle, whereas 点 is a small dot or point.

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麻ま呂ろ
丸 is the common modern kanji used as an affectionate suffix on names of boys or pets, while 麻呂 is an older, rarely used variant spelling of the same suffix.
サークルN3
丸 is the everyday word for a round shape or circle, while サークル sounds more technical or design-related for the same idea.

Opposites

四し角かくN3sense 1

四角 means 'square/rectangle', the shape typically contrasted with the round shape of 丸.

ばってんN1

丸 is the circle mark showing something is correct, the direct opposite of 罰点, the X mark showing something is wrong.

バツN2

バツ marks an incorrect answer or negative choice, while マル marks a correct or affirmative one, making them the standard opposite pair in grading and quizzes.

Written forms

丸まるUsage75%

Primary kanji spelling for most senses; especially preferred for the castle enclosure sense and suffix uses.

まるUsage15%

Kana spelling is common in informal writing, especially for the 'whole/entirety' and slang 'money' senses.

マルUsage10%

kana-only spelling

Katakana spelling used in informal contexts, brand names, or for emphasis; also seen in the Kansai dialect turtle sense.

円まるUsage

丸まる

Meanings

Usage patterns

Expressions· 8