# 長

> 長: long, leader, superior, senior, growth

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- **On'yomi readings**: チョウ
- **Kun'yomi readings**: なが.い, おさ
- **Meanings**: long, leader, superior, senior, growth

## Notes

This kanji depicts a person with long hair, symbolizing length and seniority. It is commonly used in words like chou (leader/head) and nagai (long). It is a JLPT N5 level character essential for daily life. It often signifies someone who stands at the top of a hierarchy or a duration of time.