go · conduct

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 行 is read いく, has 6 strokes, and relates to going or conducting.
• Basic usage: 行く is read いく, and 行う is read おこなう.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• 行く and 行う
  • 行く means go.
  • 明日は友達と図書館へ行く。 means “I am going to the library with a friend tomorrow.”
  • 行う means carry out or conduct.
  • 体育館で避難訓練を行う。 means “We will conduct an evacuation drill in the gym.”