甲種
Meanings
1
A-grade; first-class
Used in grading systems (e.g., exams, licenses, products) to denote the top category. Often contrasted with 乙種 (second class) and 丙種 (third class).
See also: 甲乙丙 (こうおつへい)
He holds a Class A hazardous materials handler license.
Passing this exam earns you a first-class certificate.
Usage patterns
- 〈物・事〉を甲種に分類するto classify something as Grade A / first-class
This hazardous material is classified as Grade A.
- 甲種〈資格〉に合格するto pass the Grade-A (level) exam or certification
He passed the exam for the Grade-A hazardous materials handler certification.