Page 1
kanji
来Meaning
Come
Reading
kunyomiきたkita
くku
onyomiらいrai
Parts
米Rice 一One
Example Word
出来事: event. The Japanese noun '出来事 (できごと)' means 'event' or 'incident'. It refers to something that happens or occurs, often with a sense of significance or importance. This word is commonly used to describe notable occurrences, whether they are personal, historical, or everyday events. For example: That was an unexpected event「それは予期しない出来事だった」(それはよきしないできごとだった). The events of that day changed everything「その日の出来事がすべてを変えた」(そのひのできごとがすべてをかえた). The word can also imply a sense of narrative or story, as in 'a series of events'.
Radical
木
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N5Grade
2Frequency
5
Handwriting
kanji
思Meaning
Think
Reading
kunyomiおもomo
onyomiしshi
Parts
心Heart 田Rice field
Example Word
思い切る: decide. The Japanese verb '思い切る (おもいきる)' means 'to decide' or 'to make up one's mind'. It conveys the idea of making a firm decision, often after some hesitation or deliberation. This verb is commonly used when someone resolves to take action or make a choice, especially in situations that require courage or a significant change. For example: I decided to quit my job「仕事を辞めることを思い切った」(しごとをやめることをおもいきった). She finally decided to confess her feelings「彼女はついに気持ちを打ち明けることを思い切った」(かのじょはついにきもちをうちあけることをおもいきった). Note that '思い切る' often implies a sense of determination or resolve, making it suitable for situations where a decisive action is taken.
Radical
心
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
9
Handwriting
kanji
分Meaning
Minute, Part
Reading
kunyomiわwa
onyomiぶんbun
ふんfun
Parts
八Eight 刀Sword
Example Word
秋分: equinox or autumnal. The Japanese noun '秋分 (しゅうぶん)' refers to the 'autumnal equinox', a specific day in autumn when day and night are of approximately equal length. This term is often used in the context of seasons, astronomy, and traditional Japanese holidays. For example: The autumnal equinox is a national holiday in Japan「秋分は日本の祝日です」(しゅうぶんはにほんのしゅくじつです). On the autumnal equinox, we visit family graves「秋分の日には家族のお墓参りをします」(しゅうぶんのひにはかぞくのおはかまいりをします). The term is also used in phrases like '秋分の日 (しゅうぶんのひ)', which is the official name for the Autumnal Equinox Day holiday in Japan.
Radical
刀
Stroke Count
4JLPT
UnknownGrade
2Frequency
10
Handwriting
kanji
何Meaning
What
Reading
kunyomiなにnani
なんnan
Parts
亻Person (人)可Possible
Example Word
何となく: somehow. The Japanese adverb '何となく (なんとなく)' means 'somehow' or 'for some reason'. It is used to express a vague or unclear feeling, thought, or reason behind an action or situation. This word often conveys a sense of intuition, instinct, or an unexplainable sense. For example: I somehow felt like going for a walk「何となく散歩に行きたくなった」(なんとなくさんぽにいきたくなった). She somehow seemed familiar「彼女は何となく見覚えがあった」(かのじょはなんとなくみおぼえがあった). It can also imply doing something without a clear purpose, as in: I just somehow ended up here「何となくここに来てしまった」(なんとなくここにきてしまった).
Radical
人
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N5Grade
2Frequency
13
Handwriting
kanji
時Meaning
Time, Hour
Reading
kunyomiときtoki
onyomiじji
Parts
日Day, Sun 寺Temple
Example Word
同時: simultaneous. The Japanese noun '同時 (どうじ)' means 'simultaneous' or 'at the same time'. It is used to describe events or actions that occur concurrently. This word is often used in contexts where timing or synchronization is important, such as in technology, events, or daily activities. For example: The two events happened simultaneously「二つのイベントが同時に起こった」(ふたつのイベントがどうじにおこった). We started running at the same time「私たちは同時に走り始めた」(わたしたちはどうじにはしりはじめた). The word can also be used in phrases like '同時通訳 (どうじつうやく)' which means 'simultaneous interpretation'.
Radical
日
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N5Grade
2Frequency
14
Handwriting
kanji
行Meaning
Go
Reading
kunyomiいi
おこなokona
onyomiこうkou
ぎょうgyou
Parts
彳Stop 一One 丁Street
Example Word
歩行者: pedestrian. The Japanese noun '歩行者 (ほこうしゃ)' refers to a 'pedestrian', someone who is walking, especially in a city or town. This term is commonly used in contexts related to traffic, safety, and urban planning. For example: Pedestrians should use the crosswalk「歩行者は横断歩道を使うべきです」(ほこうしゃはおうだんほどうをつかうべきです). The road is closed to vehicles but open to pedestrians「その道路は車両通行止めですが、歩行者は通行できます」(そのどうろはしゃりょうつうこうどめですが、ほこうしゃはつうこうできます). It is important to note that '歩行者' specifically refers to people walking, distinguishing them from drivers, cyclists, or other road users.
Radical
行
Stroke Count
6JLPT
N5Grade
2Frequency
18
Handwriting
kanji
自Meaning
Self
Reading
kunyomiみずかmizuka
onyomiじji
しshi
Parts
目Eye 丿Katakana no
Example Word
自然科学: natural science. TheJapanese noun'自然科学(しぜんかがく)'means'naturalscience'.Thistermreferstothebranchofsciencethatdealswiththephysicalworld,includingphysics,chemistry,biology,andearthsciences.Itisusedtodescribethestudyofnaturalphenomenaandthelawsthatgovernthem.Forexample:Heisstudyingnaturalscienceatuniversity「彼は大学で自然科学を勉強しています」(かれはだいがくでしぜんかがくをべんきょうしています).Naturalsciencehelpsusunderstandtheenvironment「自然科学は環境を理解するのに役立ちます」(しぜんかがくはかんきょうをりかいするのにやくだちます).Thiswordisoftenusedinacademicorformalsettings.
Radical
自
Stroke Count
6JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
20
Handwriting
kanji
間Meaning
Interval, Space
Reading
kunyomiまma
あいだaida
onyomiけんken
かんkan
Parts
日Day, Sun 門Gate
Example Word
隙間: gap. The Japanese noun '隙間 (すきま)' refers to a 'gap' or 'space' between objects. It is commonly used to describe physical spaces, such as gaps between walls, doors, or furniture, but can also be used metaphorically to describe gaps in time or relationships. For example: there is a gap between the wall and the desk「壁と机の間に隙間がある」(かべとつくえのあいだにすきまがある). I found a gap in my schedule「スケジュールに隙間を見つけた」(すけじゅーるにすきまをみつけた). The word can also imply a sense of something being overlooked or unnoticed, as in '隙間時間 (すきまじかん)', which refers to small pockets of free time.
Radical
門
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N5Grade
2Frequency
21
Handwriting
kanji
方Meaning
Direction
Reading
kunyomiかたkata
onyomiほうhou
Parts
丶Dot 万Ten thousand
Example Word
目方: weight. The Japanese noun '目方 (めかた)' refers to the weight of an object or substance. It is commonly used in contexts where measuring or discussing the weight of something is necessary, such as in cooking, shipping, or scientific measurements. For example: The weight of this box is 5 kilograms「この箱の目方は5キロです」(このはこのめかたはごキロです). Please measure the weight of the ingredients「材料の目方を量ってください」(ざいりょうのめかたをはかってください). Note that '目方' is a somewhat formal or technical term and is less commonly used in everyday conversation compared to '重さ (おもさ)', which also means 'weight'.
Radical
方
Stroke Count
4JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
22
Handwriting
kanji
言Meaning
Say
Reading
kunyomiいi
ことkoto
onyomiげんgen
ごんgon
Parts
口Mouth 亠Lid 二Two
Example Word
伝言: message. The Japanese verbal noun '伝言 (でんごん)' means 'message'. It refers to a piece of information or communication that is passed from one person to another, often when direct communication is not possible. This word is commonly used in situations where someone leaves a message for another person, such as through a phone call, email, or a note. For example: Please leave a message「伝言をお願いします」(でんごんをおねがいします). I received a message from him「彼から伝言をもらいました」(かれからでんごんをもらいました). The word can also be used in the form '伝言する (でんごんする)', which means 'to leave a message' or 'to pass on a message'.
Radical
言
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
25
Radical Form
訁
Handwriting
kanji
家Meaning
House
Reading
kunyomiやya
いえie
onyomiけke
かka
Parts
宀Roof 豕Pig
Example Word
家事: housework. The Japanese noun '家事 (かじ)' refers to 'housework' or 'domestic chores'. It encompasses tasks typically done to maintain a household, such as cleaning, cooking, laundry, and other daily chores. This word is commonly used in contexts related to managing a home or discussing responsibilities within a household. For example: I do housework every day「私は毎日家事をします」(わたしはまいにちかじをします). Housework is tiring「家事は疲れます」(かじはつかれます). The term can also be used in phrases like '家事の分担 (かじのぶんたん)' (division of housework) to discuss sharing responsibilities.
Radical
宀
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
31
Handwriting
kanji
前Meaning
Before, Front
Reading
kunyomiまえmae
onyomiぜんzen
Parts
䒑Herbs 月Moon, Month 刂Sword (刀)
Example Word
前方: front. The Japanese noun '前方 (ぜんぽう)' means 'front' or 'forward direction'. It is used to indicate the area or direction that is ahead or in front of something. This word is often used in contexts related to movement, orientation, or spatial awareness. For example: look to the front「前方を見て」(ぜんぽうをみて). The car is moving forward「車は前方に進んでいる」(くるまはぜんぽうにすすんでいる). It can also be used in more abstract contexts, such as 'future' or 'ahead in time', but this usage is less common. The word is typically used in formal or written contexts rather than casual conversation.
Radical
刀
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N5Grade
2Frequency
32
Handwriting
kanji
心Meaning
Heart
Reading
kunyomiこころkokoro
onyomiしんshin
Parts
⺃Second (乙)丶Dot 丿Katakana no
Example Word
苦心: struggle or effort. The Japanese verbal noun '苦心 (くしん)' refers to the act of putting in great effort or struggling to achieve something, often implying difficulty or hardship. It is commonly used to describe the mental or emotional strain involved in overcoming challenges. For example: He put a lot of effort into the project「彼はそのプロジェクトに苦心した」(かれはそのプロジェクトにくしんした). The teacher struggled to explain the concept「先生はその概念を説明するのに苦心した」(せんせいはそのがいねんをせつめいするのにくしんした). This word emphasizes the hardship or difficulty faced during the process.
Radical
心
Stroke Count
4JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
33
Handwriting
kanji
今Meaning
Now
Reading
kunyomiいまima
onyomiこんkon
Parts
人Person 一One フKatakana fu
Example Word
今朝: morning. The Japanese noun '今朝 (けさ)' specifically refers to 'this morning'. It is used to talk about events or actions that occurred on the morning of the current day. This word is distinct from other morning-related terms like '朝 (あさ)', which refers to morning in a general sense. For example: I woke up early this morning「今朝は早く起きた」(けさははやくおきた). It was cold this morning「今朝は寒かった」(けさはさむかった). The term '今朝' is often used in daily conversations to specify the timing of events that happened earlier in the day.
Radical
人
Stroke Count
4JLPT
N5Grade
2Frequency
35
Handwriting
kanji
知Meaning
Know
Reading
kunyomiしshi
onyomiちchi
Parts
矢Arrow 口Mouth
Example Word
知らせ: news or notice. The Japanese noun '知らせ (しらせ)' can mean 'notice' or 'news', depending on the context. It refers to information or a message that is conveyed to someone. When used as 'notice', it often implies an official or formal announcement. For example: I received a notice from the school「学校から知らせをもらった」(がっこうからしらせをもらった). When used as 'news', it refers to new information or updates. For example: This is good news「これは良い知らせだ」(これはよいしらせだ). The word is neutral and can be used in both positive and negative contexts.
Radical
矢
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
40
Handwriting
kanji
後Meaning
After, Behind
Reading
kunyomiうしushi
のちnochi
onyomiごgo
こうkou
Parts
彳Stop 夂Late 幺Slight
Example Word
後悔: regret. The Japanese verbal noun '後悔 (こうかい)' means 'regret'. It refers to the feeling of sadness, repentance, or disappointment over something that has happened or something one has done. It is often used to express remorse or a wish that things had been done differently. For example: I regret not studying harder「もっと勉強しなかったことを後悔している」(もっとべんきょうしなかったことをこうかいしている). He regrets his decision「彼は自分の決断を後悔している」(かれはじぶんのけつだんをこうかいしている). This word is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to express personal feelings of regret.
Radical
彳
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N5Grade
2Frequency
45
Handwriting
kanji
合Meaning
Fit, Match
Reading
kunyomiあa
あいai
onyomiがga
ごうgou
Parts
口Mouth 一One 人Person
Example Word
合図: signal. The Japanese verbal noun '合図 (あいず)' means 'signal'. It refers to a gesture, sound, or action used to communicate a message or instruction. This word is commonly used in situations where non-verbal communication is necessary, such as in sports, traffic, or coordination between people. For example: He gave the signal to start「彼は始める合図をした」(かれははじめるあいずをした). The traffic light is a signal for cars「信号は車のための合図です」(しんごうはくるまのためのあいずです). Note that '合図' can also imply a prearranged sign or cue, often used in collaborative or synchronized activities.
Radical
口
Stroke Count
6JLPT
N3Grade
2Frequency
48
Handwriting
kanji
地Meaning
Ground
Reading
onyomiじji
ちchi
Parts
土Soil 也To be
Example Word
意地悪: spite. The Japanese verbal noun '意地悪 (いじわる)' refers to a spiteful or mean-spirited action or behavior. It is often used to describe someone who intentionally does something to annoy, upset, or harm others. For example: He did it out of spite「彼は意地悪でそれをした」(かれはいじわるでそれをした). Don't be mean to others「他人に意地悪をしないで」(たにんにいじわるをしないで). The term can also describe a person who is habitually spiteful, as in '意地悪な人 (いじわるなひと) (a spiteful person)'. It is important to note that '意地悪' carries a negative connotation and is used to criticize such behavior.
Radical
土
Stroke Count
6JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
53
Handwriting
kanji
話Meaning
Talk
Reading
kunyomiはなhana
はなしhanashi
onyomiわwa
Parts
言Say 舌Tongue
Example Word
話し声: voice. The Japanese noun '話し声 (はなしごえ)' refers to the sound of someone's voice when they are speaking. It specifically emphasizes the auditory aspect of speech rather than the content. This word is often used to describe the tone, volume, or quality of someone's voice during conversation. For example: I heard a soft voice「優しい話し声が聞こえた」(やさしいはなしごえがきこえた). The loud voices of the children could be heard from outside「子供たちの大きな話し声が外から聞こえた」(こどもたちのおおきなはなしごえがそとからきこえた). Note that '話し声' is distinct from '声 (こえ)', which is a more general term for 'voice' and does not necessarily imply speech.
Radical
言
Stroke Count
13JLPT
N5Grade
2Frequency
57
Handwriting
kanji
同Meaning
Same
Reading
kunyomiおなona
onyomiどうdou
Parts
冂Enclosure 一One 口Mouth
Example Word
同: same. The Japanese noun '同 (どう)' means 'same'. It is often used to indicate that two or more things are identical or equivalent. This word can be used in various contexts, such as in formal documents, comparisons, or general descriptions. For example: the same opinion「同じ意見」(おなじいけん). The same day「同じ日」(おなじひ). Note that '同' is often combined with other kanji to form compound words, such as '同時 (どうじ)' (simultaneous) or '同僚 (どうりょう)' (colleague).
Radical
口
Stroke Count
6JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
60
Handwriting
kanji
明Meaning
Bright
Reading
kunyomiあかaka
あa
onyomiめいmei
みょうmyou
Parts
日Day, Sun 月Moon, Month
Example Word
文明: civilization. The Japanese noun '文明 (ぶんめい)' refers to 'civilization', encompassing the advanced state of human society, marked by developments in culture, science, industry, and government. It is often used to discuss historical or global contexts, such as the rise and fall of civilizations or comparisons between different cultures. Example sentences include: Ancient civilizations were fascinating「古代文明は魅力的だった」(こだいぶんめいはみりょくてきだった). Modern civilization depends on technology「現代文明は技術に依存している」(げんだいぶんめいはぎじゅつにいぞんしている). The word can also imply progress or advancement, as in '文明の進歩 (ぶんめいのしんぽ)' (progress of civilization).
Radical
日
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
63
Handwriting
kanji
書Meaning
Write
Reading
kunyomiかka
onyomiしょsho
Parts
聿Brush 日Day, Sun
Example Word
書き言葉: written language. The Japanese noun '書き言葉 (かきことば)' refers to 'written language'. It is used to describe the form of language that is used in writing, as opposed to spoken language (話し言葉, はなしことば). Written language often follows more formal grammar rules and may include vocabulary and expressions that are not commonly used in everyday speech. For example: This book uses formal written language「この本は書き言葉を使っている」(このほんはかきことばをつかっている). Written language is important for academic papers「書き言葉は学術論文に重要だ」(かきことばはがくじゅつろんぶんにじゅうようだ).
Radical
曰
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N5Grade
2Frequency
67
Handwriting
kanji
聞Meaning
Listen
Reading
kunyomiきki
onyomiぶんbun
もんmon
Parts
門Gate 耳Ear
Example Word
聞き取り: comprehension or listening. The Japanese noun '聞き取り (ききとり)' refers to the act of listening and understanding spoken language, often in the context of language learning or communication. It can also imply the ability to comprehend or grasp what is being said. For example: The listening test was difficult「聞き取りのテストは難しかった」(ききとりのテストはむずかしかった). I practiced listening comprehension「聞き取りの練習をした」(ききとりのれんしゅうをした). This term is commonly used in educational settings to describe exercises or tests focused on understanding spoken language.
Radical
耳
Stroke Count
14JLPT
N5Grade
2Frequency
68
Handwriting
kanji
少Meaning
Few
Reading
kunyomiすくsuku
すこsuko
onyomiしょうshou
Parts
小Small 丿Katakana no
Example Word
少量: small amount. The Japanese noun '少量 (しょうりょう)' means 'small amount'. It is used to describe a quantity that is not large, often in contexts related to measurements, ingredients, or substances. For example: add a small amount of salt「少量の塩を加える」(しょうりょうのしおをくわえる). This medicine should be taken in small amounts「この薬は少量で飲むべきです」(このくすりはしょうりょうでのむべきです). The term is commonly used in cooking, medicine, and scientific contexts to indicate minimal quantities.
Radical
小
Stroke Count
4JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
70
Handwriting
kanji
長Meaning
Long, Leader
Reading
kunyomiながnaga
onyomiちょうchou
Parts
衣Clothes 丨Stick 三Three
Example Word
長女: eldest daughter. The Japanese noun '長女 (ちょうじょ)' means 'eldest daughter'. This word refers to the firstborn daughter in a family. It is used to specifically identify the oldest female sibling in relation to her younger siblings. For example: She is my eldest daughter 「彼女は私の長女です」 (かのじょはわたしのちょうじょです). The eldest daughter often has traditional responsibilities within the family 「長女は家族の中で伝統的な責任を持つことが多い」 (ちょうじょはかぞくのなかででんとうてきなせきにんをもつことがおおい). Note that this word is gender-specific and refers only to the eldest female child.
Radical
長
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N5Grade
2Frequency
71
Handwriting
kanji
通Meaning
Commute, Pass
Reading
kunyomiとおtoo
かよkayo
onyomiつうtsuu
Parts
辶Walk 甬Path
Example Word
共通語: common language. The Japanese noun '共通語 (きょうつうご)' refers to a 'common language' or 'lingua franca' that is widely understood and used by people across different regions or groups. It often implies a standard form of communication that bridges dialects or languages. For example: English is the common language of the world「英語は世界の共通語です」(えいごはせかいのきょうつうごです). In Japan, standard Japanese is the common language「日本では標準語が共通語です」(にほんではひょうじゅんごがきょうつうごです). This term can also refer to shared terminology within specific fields or communities.
Radical
辵
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
72
Handwriting
kanji
顔Meaning
Face
Reading
kunyomiかおkao
onyomiがんgan
Parts
𦣻Neck (首)八Eight 立Stand 厂Cliff 彡Fur
Example Word
横顔: profile. The Japanese noun '横顔 (よこがお)' refers to the side view or profile of a person's face. It is often used to describe someone's appearance from the side, emphasizing features like the nose, jawline, or cheekbones. This word can carry a poetic or aesthetic nuance, as it is sometimes used to highlight beauty or elegance. For example: Her profile is beautiful「彼女の横顔は美しい」(かのじょのよこがおはうつくしい). I saw his profile in the sunset「彼の横顔を夕日の中で見た」(かれのよこがおをゆうひのなかでみた). Note that '横顔' is distinct from '正面 (しょうめん)', which refers to the front view of a face.
Radical
頁
Stroke Count
18JLPT
N3Grade
2Frequency
79
Handwriting
kanji
場Meaning
Place
Reading
kunyomiばba
onyomiじょうjou
Parts
土Soil 旦Dawn 勿Must not
Example Word
登場: appearance. The Japanese verbal noun '登場 (とうじょう)' primarily means 'appearance' or 'entry onto a stage or scene'. It is commonly used to describe someone or something making an appearance in a particular setting, such as in a play, movie, or event. For example: The hero appeared on stage「ヒーローが登場した」(ヒーローがとうじょうした). A new character appeared in the story「新しいキャラクターが物語に登場した」(あたらしいキャラクターがものがたりにとうじょうした). This word can also be used metaphorically to describe the introduction of new ideas, products, or trends into a market or discussion. For instance: A new technology appeared in the market「新しい技術が市場に登場した」(あたらしいぎじゅつがしじょうにとうじょうした).
Radical
土
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
84
Handwriting
kanji
外Meaning
Outside
Reading
kunyomiそとsoto
はずhazu
onyomiげge
がいgai
Parts
夕Evening 卜Divination
Example Word
外来語: loanword. The Japanese noun '外来語 (がいらいご)' refers to a 'loanword', which is a word adopted from a foreign language and incorporated into Japanese. These words are often written in katakana to distinguish them from native Japanese words or Sino-Japanese vocabulary. Loanwords are commonly derived from English, Portuguese, Dutch, and other languages, reflecting Japan's historical and cultural exchanges. For example: 'computer' is a loanword「コンピュータは外来語です」(コンピュータはがいらいごです). 'Bread' is also a loanword「パンは外来語です」(パンはがいらいごです). Loanwords are widely used in modern Japanese, especially in fields like technology, fashion, and food.
Radical
夕
Stroke Count
5JLPT
N5Grade
2Frequency
87
Handwriting
kanji
理Meaning
Reason
Reading
onyomiりri
Parts
王King 里Hometown
Example Word
総理: premier. The Japanese noun '総理 (そうり)' refers to the 'premier' or 'prime minister' of a country, specifically Japan. It is a formal term used to denote the head of the government. The word is often used in political contexts and news reports. For example: The premier will hold a press conference「総理が記者会見を行います」(そうりがきしゃかいけんをおこないます). The premier visited the disaster area「総理が被災地を訪問しました」(そうりがひさいちをほうもんしました). It is important to note that '総理' is often used in conjunction with '大臣 (だいじん)' to form '総理大臣 (そうりだいじん)', which is the full title for the prime minister of Japan.
Radical
玉
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
88
Handwriting
kanji
道Meaning
Way
Reading
kunyomiみちmichi
onyomiどうdou
Parts
辶Walk 首Neck
Example Word
修道: asceticism. The Japanese noun '修道 (しゅうどう)' refers to the practice of asceticism or spiritual training, often in the context of religious or philosophical disciplines. It involves rigorous self-discipline and self-denial to achieve spiritual growth or enlightenment. This term is commonly associated with practices in Buddhism, Shinto, or other spiritual paths. Example sentences: He devoted his life to asceticism「彼は修道に人生を捧げた」(かれはしゅうどうにじんせいをささげた). The monk's asceticism was admirable「その僧の修道は立派だった」(そのそうのしゅうどうはりっぱだった).
Radical
辵
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
89
Handwriting
kanji
考Meaning
Think, Consider
Reading
kunyomiかんがkanga
onyomiこうkou
Parts
耂Old (老)丂Breath obstruction
Example Word
参考書: reference book. The Japanese noun '参考書 (さんこうしょ)' means 'reference book'. This term is commonly used to describe books that provide detailed information or guidance on a specific subject, often used for study or research purposes. For example: I bought a reference book for the exam「試験のために参考書を買いました」(しけんのためにさんこうしょをかいました). This reference book is very useful「この参考書はとても役に立ちます」(このさんこうしょはとてもやくにたちます). It's important to note that '