What does 刑 mean?
刑 is a Japanese noun meaning “sentence (punishment)” or “penalty” in English. It is written as 刑 in kanji, けい in hiragana, and kei in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N3 vocabulary.
Example sentences
彼は懲役五年の刑を受けた。
He was given a five-year prison sentence.
刑が重すぎると思う。
I think the sentence is too harsh.