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kanji
次Meaning
Next
Reading
kunyomiつtsu
つぎtsugi
onyomiじji
しshi
Parts
冫Ice (水)欠Lack
Example Word
次ぐ: follow. The Japanese verb '次ぐ (つぐ)' means 'to follow' or 'to come next'. It is often used to describe something that follows in sequence, rank, or time. For example: The second place team follows the first「2位のチームは1位に次ぐ」(にいのチームはいちいにつぐ). This event follows the previous one「このイベントは前のものに次ぐ」(このイベントはまえのものにつぐ). The verb can also imply succession or ranking, such as in '次ぐ地位 (つぐちい) (next in rank)'. Note that '次ぐ' is often used in formal or written contexts.
Radical
欠
Stroke Count
6JLPT
N3Grade
3Frequency
101
Handwriting
kanji
風Meaning
Wind, Style
Reading
kunyomiかざkaza
かぜkaze
onyomiふfu
ふうfuu
Parts
虫Insect 凡Common
Example Word
風俗: customs or prostitution. The Japanese noun '風俗 (ふうぞく)' has two distinct meanings. The first meaning refers to 'customs' or 'social practices', often used in a cultural or historical context. For example: The customs of this region are unique「この地域の風俗は独特です」(このちいきの ふうぞくはどくとくです). The second meaning is a euphemism for 'prostitution' or the sex industry, often used in legal or societal discussions. For example: The government is cracking down on prostitution「政府は風俗を取り締まっています」(せいふはふうぞくをとりしまっています). It's important to understand the context in which this word is used, as the meaning can vary significantly.
Radical
風
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
102
Handwriting
kanji
向Meaning
Facing, Yonder
Reading
kunyomiむmu
むかいmukai
onyomiこうkou
Parts
丿Katakana no 冋Desert
Example Word
傾向: tendency or trend. The Japanese noun '傾向 (けいこう)' refers to a general direction in which something is developing or changing, or a likelihood of behaving in a particular way. It is often used in discussions about patterns, behaviors, or statistical data. For example: There is a trend towards healthier eating「健康的な食事に向かう傾向がある」(けんこうてきなしょくじにむかうけいこうがある). He has a tendency to be late「彼は遅れる傾向がある」(かれはおくれるけいこうがある). The word can be used in both formal and informal contexts, and it is commonly seen in news articles, reports, and everyday conversation.
Radical
口
Stroke Count
6JLPT
N3Grade
3Frequency
103
Handwriting
kanji
相Meaning
Mutual
Reading
kunyomiあいai
onyomiそうsou
しょうshou
Parts
木Tree, Wood 目Eye
Example Word
相互: mutual. The Japanese noun '相互 (そうご)' means 'mutual' or 'reciprocal'. It is used to describe a relationship or action that involves two or more parties affecting each other in a similar way. This term is often used in contexts like mutual understanding, mutual respect, or mutual agreement. For example: mutual understanding「相互理解」(そうごりかい). mutual respect「相互尊重」(そうごそんちょう). It can also be used in more formal or technical contexts, such as in discussions about mutual benefits or mutual agreements between organizations or countries.
Radical
目
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N3Grade
3Frequency
104
Handwriting
kanji
夜Meaning
Night
Reading
kunyomiよyo
よるyoru
onyomiやya
Parts
亠Lid 亻Person (人)夂Late 丶Dot
Example Word
夜更かし: staying up late. The Japanese verbal noun '夜更かし (よふかし)' refers to the act of staying up late at night, often past one's usual bedtime. It is commonly used to describe staying awake late into the night, whether for work, study, entertainment, or other activities. For example: I stayed up late last night「昨夜は夜更かしをした」(さくやはよふかしをした). Staying up late is bad for your health「夜更かしは健康に悪い」(よふかしはけんこうにわるい). This term carries a nuance of staying awake longer than usual, often implying a lack of sleep or a deviation from a regular sleep schedule.
Radical
夕
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
105
Handwriting
kanji
動Meaning
Move
Reading
kunyomiうごugo
onyomiどうdou
Parts
重Heavy 力Power
Example Word
動物園: zoo. The Japanese noun '動物園 (どうぶつえん)' means 'zoo'. It refers to a facility where animals are kept within enclosures, displayed to the public, and often bred for conservation purposes. This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing when referring to places where people can see and learn about various animals. For example: Let's go to the zoo「動物園に行きましょう」(どうぶつえんにいきましょう). The zoo has many animals「その動物園にはたくさんの動物がいます」(そのどうぶつえんにはたくさんのどうぶつがいます). The word is a compound of '動物 (どうぶつ)' meaning 'animal' and '園 (えん)' meaning 'garden' or 'park', reflecting its purpose as a place for animals.
Radical
力
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N4Grade
3Frequency
106
Handwriting
kanji
内Meaning
Inside
Reading
kunyomiうちuchi
onyomiないnai
Parts
冂Enclosure 人Person
Example Word
境内: precincts. The Japanese noun '境内 (けいだい)' refers to the precincts or grounds of a shrine or temple. It specifically denotes the area within the boundaries of a religious site, often including the main buildings, gardens, and other structures. For example: the precincts of the shrine are beautiful「神社の境内は美しい」(じんじゃのけいだいはうつくしい). We walked around the temple precincts「お寺の境内を歩きました」(おてらのけいだいであるきました). This term is commonly used in the context of Japanese religious and cultural sites.
Radical
冂
Stroke Count
4JLPT
N3Grade
2Frequency
107
Handwriting
kanji
八Meaning
Eight
Reading
kunyomiよyo
やya
onyomiはちhachi
Parts
丿Katakana no 乀Stretch
Example Word
八千: eight thousand. The Japanese noun '八千 (はっせん)' literally means 'eight thousand'. It is a numerical term used to denote the quantity 8,000. This word is often used in contexts involving counting, measurements, or large quantities. For example: there are eight thousand people in the stadium「スタジアムには八千人がいる」(スタジアムにははっせんにんがいる). The price of the car is eight thousand dollars「その車の値段は八千ドルです」(そのくるまのねだんははっせんドルです). Note that '八千' is a specific number and is not used metaphorically or abstractly.
Radical
八
Stroke Count
2JLPT
N5Grade
1Frequency
108
Handwriting
kanji
水Meaning
Water
Reading
kunyomiみずmizu
onyomiすいsui
Parts
亅Barb くHiragana ku フKatakana fu
Example Word
水: water. The Japanese noun '水 (みず)' means 'water'. It refers to the clear, colorless, and odorless liquid essential for life. This word is commonly used in everyday conversations and can refer to drinking water, water in nature, or water as a substance. For example: Please give me some water「水をください」(みずをください). The water in this river is clean「この川の水はきれいです」(このかわのみずはきれいです). It can also be used in compound words like '水泳 (すいえい)' (swimming) or '水族館 (すいぞくかん)' (aquarium).
Radical
水
Stroke Count
4JLPT
N5Grade
1Frequency
109
Radical Forms
氵, 氺, 冫
Handwriting
kanji
声Meaning
Voice
Reading
kunyomiこわkowa
こえkoe
Parts
士Samurai 尸Corpse 丨Stick
Example Word
歌声: singing. The Japanese noun '歌声 (うたごえ)' refers to the sound or voice of someone singing. It is often used to describe the act of singing or the quality of a person's singing voice. This word can be used in various contexts, such as appreciating someone's singing or describing the atmosphere created by singing. For example: Her singing is beautiful「彼女の歌声は美しい」(かのじょのうたごえはうつくしい). The sound of singing echoed through the hall「歌声がホールに響いた」(うたごえがホールにひびいた). Note that '歌声' specifically refers to the sound or voice of singing, not the act of singing itself, which would be '歌う (うたう)'.
Radical
士
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N3Grade
2Frequency
110
Handwriting
kanji
平Meaning
Flat
Reading
kunyomiひらhira
たいtai
onyomiへいhei
びょうbyou
Parts
干Dry 丷Divide
Example Word
平面: plane. The Japanese noun '平面 (へいめん)' refers to a 'plane' in the geometric sense, meaning a flat, two-dimensional surface that extends infinitely in all directions. It is commonly used in mathematics, engineering, and art to describe surfaces or concepts related to flatness. For example: Draw a plane「平面を描く」(へいめんをえがく). The table has a flat plane「テーブルは平面だ」(テーブルはへいめんだ). This word can also be used metaphorically to describe something as being straightforward or lacking depth, such as in '平面な話 (へいめんなはなし) (a flat/uninteresting story)'.
Radical
干
Stroke Count
5JLPT
N3Grade
3Frequency
111
Handwriting
kanji
眼Meaning
Eyeball
Reading
kunyomiまなこmanako
onyomiげんgen
がんgan
Parts
目Eye 艮Stopping
Example Word
眼科: ophthalmology. The Japanese noun '眼科 (がんか)' refers to the medical field of ophthalmology, which deals with the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders. It is also commonly used to refer to an eye clinic or an ophthalmologist's office. For example: I went to the eye clinic「眼科に行きました」(がんかにいきました). She is an ophthalmologist「彼女は眼科医です」(かのじょはがんかいです). The term is often used in medical contexts and is essential for discussing eye health or seeking medical attention for eye-related issues.
Radical
目
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N1Grade
5Frequency
112
Handwriting
kanji
金Meaning
Gold
Reading
kunyomiかねkane
かなkana
onyomiきんkin
こんkon
Parts
全Whole, All 丷Divide
Example Word
金利: interest. The Japanese noun '金利 (きんり)' refers to 'interest' in the financial sense, specifically the cost of borrowing money or the return on invested funds. It is commonly used in contexts related to banking, loans, and investments. For example: The interest rate is high「金利が高い」(きんりがたかい). I checked the interest on my savings account「貯金の金利を確認した」(ちょきんのきんりをかくにんした). This term is essential in financial discussions and is often paired with words like 'loan' (ローン) or 'savings' (貯金).
Radical
金
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N5Grade
1Frequency
113
Radical Form
釒
Handwriting
kanji
新Meaning
New
Reading
kunyomiあらara
あたらatara
onyomiしんshin
Parts
斤Axe, Catty 亲Parent (親)
Example Word
新幹線: bullet train. The Japanese noun '新幹線 (しんかんせん)' refers to the high-speed railway system in Japan, commonly known as the 'bullet train'. It is a network of trains that operate at very high speeds, connecting major cities across Japan. The term is often used to describe the trains themselves, as well as the system as a whole. For example: I took the bullet train to Osaka「新幹線で大阪に行きました」(しんかんせんでおおさかにいきました). The bullet train is very fast「新幹線はとても速いです」(しんかんせんはとてもはやいです). The 新幹線 is a symbol of Japan's technological advancement and efficiency in transportation.
Radical
斤
Stroke Count
13JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
114
Handwriting
kanji
体Meaning
Body
Reading
kunyomiからだkarada
onyomiたいtai
ていtei
Parts
亻Person (人)本Book, Origin
Example Word
本体: main body. The Japanese noun '本体 (ほんたい)' refers to the 'main body' or 'main unit' of something. It is often used to describe the central or primary part of an object, system, or entity. For example, in the context of electronics, it refers to the main unit of a device, excluding accessories. In other contexts, it can refer to the main body of an organization or the core part of a structure. Example sentences: The main body of the camera is compact「カメラの本体はコンパクトです」(カメラのほ んたいはコンパクトです). The main body of the organization is located in Tokyo「組織の本体は東京にあります」(そしきのほんたいはとうきょうにあります).
Radical
人
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
115
Handwriting
kanji
力Meaning
Power
Reading
kunyomiちからchikara
onyomiりきriki
りょくryoku
Parts
勹Wrap 丿Katakana no
Example Word
努力: effort. The Japanese verbal noun '努力 (どりょく)' means 'effort'. It refers to the act of striving or working hard towards a goal. This word is often used in contexts where perseverance and dedication are emphasized. For example: He made an effort to learn Japanese「彼は日本語を学ぶために努力した」(かれはにほんごをまなぶためにどりょくした). Without effort, success is impossible「努力なしでは成功は不可能だ」(どりょくなしではせいこうはふかのうだ). The word can also be used in phrases like '努力家 (どりょくか)', which means 'hard worker' or 'diligent person'.
Radical
力
Stroke Count
2JLPT
N4Grade
1Frequency
116
Handwriting
kanji
味Meaning
Flavor
Reading
kunyomiあじaji
onyomiみmi
Parts
口Mouth 未Not yet
Example Word
不味い: awkward or unappetizing. The Japanese adjective '不味い (まずい)' has two distinct meanings. The first and most common meaning is 'unappetizing' or 'bad-tasting', used to describe food or drink that does not taste good. For example: this soup is unappetizing「このスープはまずい」(このスープはまずい). The second meaning is 'awkward' or 'troublesome', often used to describe a situation that is difficult or uncomfortable. For example: this situation is awkward「この状況はまずい」(このじょうきょうはまずい). Note that the second meaning is more colloquial and context-dependent.
Radical
口
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N4Grade
3Frequency
117
Handwriting
kanji
木Meaning
Tree, Wood
Reading
kunyomiきki
こko
onyomiぼくboku
もくmoku
Parts
十Ten 人Person
Example Word
並木: tree lined. The Japanese noun '並木 (なみき)' refers to a row of trees, often planted along a street, road, or path. It is commonly used to describe scenic or aesthetically pleasing tree-lined areas. For example: The road is lined with cherry trees「その道は桜の並木です」(そのみちはさくらのなみきです). I walked along the tree-lined street「並木道を歩きました」(なみきみちをあるきました). This word evokes a sense of natural beauty and is often associated with peaceful or picturesque settings.
Radical
木
Stroke Count
4JLPT
N5Grade
1Frequency
118
Handwriting
kanji
多Meaning
Many
Reading
kunyomiおおoo
onyomiたta
Parts
夕Evening
Example Word
多: many. The Japanese prefix '多 (た)' means 'many' or 'much'. It is commonly used to form compound words that indicate a large quantity or variety. For example: multicultural「多文化」(たぶんか), many-sided「多面的」(ためんてき). This prefix is often used in formal or technical contexts to describe abundance or diversity. For example: This country has many cultures「この国は多文化です」(このくにはたぶんかです). The problem has many aspects「その問題は多面的です」(そのもんだいはためんてきです).
Radical
夕
Stroke Count
6JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
119
Handwriting
kanji
死Meaning
Death
Reading
kunyomiしshi
onyomiしshi
Parts
匕Spoon 歹Bad
Example Word
戦死: death in battle. The Japanese verbal noun '戦死 (せんし)' refers to 'death in battle'. It is used to describe the act of dying during combat or war. This term is often used in historical or military contexts. For example: He died in battle「彼は戦死した」(かれはせんしした). Many soldiers died in battle「多くの兵士が戦死した」(おおくのへいしがせんしした). The term carries a solemn and respectful tone, often used to honor those who lost their lives in conflict.
Radical
歹
Stroke Count
6JLPT
N4Grade
3Frequency
120
Handwriting
kanji
足Meaning
Foot, Sufficient
Reading
kunyomiあしashi
たta
onyomiそくsoku
Parts
龰Stop (止)口Mouth
Example Word
手足: limbs. The Japanese noun '手足 (てあし)' refers to the limbs of the body, specifically the arms and legs. It is a compound word combining '手 (て)' meaning 'hand' and '足 (あし)' meaning 'foot'. This term is often used in contexts related to physical movement, anatomy, or expressions involving the use of limbs. For example: He moved his limbs freely「彼は手足を自由に動かした」(かれはてあしをじゆうにうごかした). My limbs are tired from the workout「手足がトレーニングで疲れた」(てあしがとれーにんぐでつかれた). The word can also be used metaphorically to describe someone's close aides or helpers, as in 'He is the boss's right-hand man'「彼は上司の手足だ」(かれはじょうしのてあしだ).
Radical
足
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N4Grade
1Frequency
121
Radical Form
⻊
Handwriting
kanji
近Meaning
Near
Reading
kunyomiちかchika
onyomiきんkin
Parts
斤Axe, Catty ⻌Walk
Example Word
近く: nearby. The Japanese adverb '近く (ちかく)' means 'nearby' or 'close by'. It is used to indicate proximity in terms of physical distance. This word can be used to describe the location of places, objects, or people relative to something else. For example: The station is nearby「駅は近くです」(えきはちかくです). There is a convenience store nearby「近くにコンビニがあります」(ちかくにコンビニがあります). It can also be used to indicate that something is close in time, such as '近くに夏休みが来ます (ちかくになつやすみがきます) (Summer vacation is coming soon)'. Note that '近く' can also function as a noun meaning 'vicinity' or 'neighborhood', but as an adverb, it primarily conveys the idea of being nearby.
Radical
辵
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
122
Handwriting
kanji
切Meaning
Cut
Reading
kunyomiきki
onyomiさいsai
せつsetsu
Parts
刀Sword 七Seven
Example Word
売り切れ: sold out. The Japanese noun '売り切れ (うりきれ)' means 'sold out'. It is used to indicate that all items of a particular product have been sold and are no longer available. This term is commonly seen in retail, online shopping, and event ticketing contexts. For example: The concert tickets are sold out「コンサートのチケットは売り切れです」(コンサートのチケットはうりきれです). The new smartphone model is already sold out「新しいスマートフォンのモデルはもう売り切れです」(あたらしいスマートフォンのモデルはもううりきれです). It is important to note that '売り切れ' is often used in formal and informal settings alike, and it can be combined with other words to specify what is sold out, such as '売り切れ商品 (うりきれしょうひん)' meaning 'sold-out product'.
Radical
刀
Stroke Count
4JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
123
Handwriting
kanji
僕Meaning
I, Me
Reading
onyomiぼくboku
Parts
亻Person (人)菐
Example Word
僕: I. The Japanese pronoun '僕 (ぼく)' is a first-person pronoun meaning 'I'. It is primarily used by males and carries a casual, humble, or boyish tone. It is often used in informal settings and can convey a sense of modesty or youthfulness. For example: I am a student「僕は学生です」(ぼくはがくせいです). I like this song「僕はこの歌が好きです」(ぼくはこのうたがすきです). While it is commonly used by younger males, some older men may also use it to maintain a casual or approachable tone. It is less formal than '私 (わたし)' and should be avoided in very formal or professional contexts.
Radical
人
Stroke Count
14JLPT
N1Grade
9Frequency
124
Handwriting
kanji
高Meaning
High, Expensive
Reading
kunyomiたかtaka
onyomiこうkou
Parts
亠Lid 口Mouth 冂Enclosure
Example Word
高原: plateau. The Japanese noun '高原 (こうげん)' refers to a 'plateau', which is a flat, elevated landform that rises sharply above the surrounding area on at least one side. This term is commonly used in geography and travel contexts to describe highland areas. For example: The plateau is beautiful「高原は美しい」(こうげんはうつくしい). We went hiking on the plateau「高原でハイキングをしました」(こうげんでハイキングをしました). The word can also be used metaphorically to describe a state of stability or a high level, such as in economic or emotional contexts.
Radical
高
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N5Grade
2Frequency
125
Handwriting
kanji
色Meaning
Color
Reading
kunyomiいろiro
onyomiしょくshoku
しきshiki
Parts
勹Wrap 巴Swirling water
Example Word
色: color or appearance. The Japanese noun '色 (いろ)' primarily means 'color'. It refers to the hue or shade of an object, such as red, blue, or green. For example: the color of the sky is blue「空の色は青い」(そらのいろはあおい). Additionally, '色 (いろ)' can also mean 'appearance' or 'look', often used to describe the outward expression or mood of a situation or person. For example: her face showed a troubled look「彼女の顔に困った色が見えた」(か のじょのかおにこまったいろがみえた). This dual meaning makes '色 (いろ)' a versatile word in Japanese, used in both literal and figurative contexts.
Radical
色
Stroke Count
6JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
126
Handwriting
kanji
葉Meaning
Leaf
Reading
kunyomiはha
onyomiようyou
Parts
艹Grass 枼Table
Example Word
話し言葉: spoken language. The Japanese noun '話し言葉 (はなしことば)' refers to 'spoken language' or 'colloquial speech'. It is used to describe the language that is spoken in everyday conversations, as opposed to written language or formal speech. This term is often used in contrast to '書き言葉 (かきことば)', which means 'written language'. For example: Spoken language is different from written language「話し言葉は書き言葉と違う」(はなしことばはかきことばとちがう). In spoken language, people often use contractions「話し言葉では、よく短縮形が使われる」(はなしことばでは、よくたんしゅくけいがつかわれる).
Radical
艸
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N3Grade
3Frequency
127
Handwriting
kanji
以Meaning
By means of
Reading
onyomiいi
Example Word
以下: below or less. The Japanese noun '以下 (いか)' is used to indicate something that is 'below' or 'less than' a certain threshold, limit, or reference point. It is often used in contexts involving rankings, quantities, or standards. For example: children aged 10 and below「10歳以下の子供」(じゅっさいいかのこども). The temperature is below freezing「温度は氷点以下です」(おんどはひょうてんいかです). Note that '以下' can also imply 'inferior' or 'not exceeding' in certain contexts, such as in quality or performance.
Radical
人
Stroke Count
5JLPT
N4Grade
4Frequency
128
Handwriting
kanji
頭Meaning
Head
Reading
kunyomiあたまatama
かしらkashira
onyomiとうtou
ずzu
Parts
豆Beans 𦣻Neck (首)八Eight
Example Word
到頭: finally. The Japanese adverb '到頭 (とうとう)' means 'finally' or 'at last'. It is used to indicate that something has happened after a long period of time or after much anticipation. This word often carries a nuance of relief, completion, or inevitability. For example: He finally arrived「彼は到頭到着した」(かれはとうとうとうちゃくした). The project is finally finished「そのプロジェクトは到頭終わった」(そのプロジェクトはとうとうおわった). Note that '到頭' is typically used in situations where the outcome was expected or inevitable, and it often implies a sense of closure.
Radical
頁
Stroke Count
16JLPT
N3Grade
2Frequency
129
Handwriting
kanji
用Meaning
Use
Reading
kunyomiもちmochi
onyomiようyou
Parts
月Moon, Month 丨Stick
Example Word
用途: use. The Japanese noun '用途 (ようと)' refers to the purpose or intended use of something. It is commonly used to describe the function or application of an object, tool, or resource. For example: This machine has various uses「この機械は用途が広い」(このきかいはようとがひろい). The use of this material is limited「この材料の用途は限られている」(このざいりょうのようとはかぎられている). The word often appears in technical or practical contexts, emphasizing the specific function or role of an item.
Radical
用
Stroke Count
5JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
130
Handwriting
kanji
現Meaning
Appear, Current
Reading
kunyomiあらわarawa
onyomiげんgen
Parts
王King 見See
Example Word
現像: develop. The Japanese verbal noun '現像 (げんぞう)' refers to the process of developing photographic film or images. It is commonly used in the context of photography and film processing. For example: I will develop the photos「写真を現像します」(しゃしんをげんぞうします). The film is being developed「フィルムが現像されています」(フィルムがげんぞうされています). This term is specific to the technical process of bringing out the latent image on photographic film or paper.
Radical
玉
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N3Grade
5Frequency
131
Handwriting
kanji
母Meaning
Mother
Reading
kunyomiははhaha
かあkaa
onyomiぼbo
Parts
毋Mother 丶Dot
Example Word
祖母: grandmother. The Japanese noun '祖母 (そぼ)' refers to one's grandmother, specifically the mother of one's father or mother. It is a formal and respectful term used to refer to one's grandmother in various contexts. For example: My grandmother is kind「私の祖母は優しい」(わたしのそぼはやさしい). I visited my grandmother「祖母を訪ねた」(そぼをたずねた). The term is commonly used in both spoken and written Japanese, and it carries a sense of respect and affection. It is important to note that '祖母' is used specifically for one's own grandmother, and not for someone else's grandmother, for which the term 'おばあさん' might be more appropriate.
Radical
毋
Stroke Count
5JLPT
N5Grade
2Frequency
132
Handwriting
kanji
夫Meaning
Man, Husband
Reading
onyomiふfu
ふうfuu
Parts
人Person 二Two
Example Word
夫: husband. The Japanese noun '夫 (おっと)' means 'husband'. It is used to refer to a married man in relation to his spouse. This term is neutral and commonly used in everyday conversation. For example: my husband is kind「私の夫は優しい」(わたしのおっとはやさしい). Her husband works at a bank「彼女の夫は銀行で働いています」(かのじょのおっとはぎんこうではたらいています). Note that '夫' is more formal than other terms like '主人 (しゅじん)' or '旦那 (だんな)', which can also mean 'husband' but carry different nuances.
Radical
大
Stroke Count
4JLPT
N3Grade
4Frequency
133
Handwriting
kanji
親Meaning
Parent
Reading
kunyomiしたshita
おやoya
onyomiしんshin
Parts
見See 立Stand 木Tree, Wood
Example Word
親族: relatives. The Japanese noun '親族 (しんぞく)' refers to one's relatives or kin. It encompasses family members connected by blood, marriage, or adoption. This term is often used in formal or legal contexts, such as when discussing family relationships or inheritance. For example: I have many relatives「私には親族が多い」(わたしにはしんぞくがおおい). He is my closest relative「彼は私の最も近い親族です」(かれはわたしのいちばんちかいしんぞくです). The word can also appear in compound terms like '親族会議 (しんぞくかいぎ)' (family council).
Radical
見
Stroke Count
16JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
134
Radical Form