• 点てん — point / score
• 満まん点てん — perfect score
• 点てん数すう — number of points
• 点てん火か — ignition
• 重じゅう点てん — emphasis / key point
• 欠けっ点てん — failing mark / demerit
• 点検てんけん — inspection / check

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The radical 灬 (fire) hints at a spark or trigger — marking presence, accuracy, or action. 点 is a versatile kanji used in academics, ratings, sports, and even fire-starting contexts. It visually implies a spark or mark that makes a difference.

テストで 百ひゃく点てんを取とった！
I got a perfect score on the test!

火ひを点つけて、料理りょうりを始はじめます。
I’ll light the fire and start cooking.