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てき teki

 

    kanji

    Meaning

    Target

    Reading

    kunyomiまと

    mato

    onyomiてき

    teki

    Parts

    White

    Example Word

    積極的: proactive. The Japanese adjective '積極的 (せっきょくてき)' means 'proactive'. It describes someone who takes initiative or acts with enthusiasm and assertiveness. This word is often used in contexts involving work, studies, or personal development to describe a positive and forward-thinking attitude. For example: He is proactive in his work「彼は仕事で積極的です」(かれはしごとでせっきょくてきです). She joined the project with a proactive attitude「彼女は積極的な態度でプロジェクトに参加しました」(かのじょはせっきょくてきなたいどでぷろじぇくとにさんかしました). The word can also imply a willingness to take risks or embrace challenges.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    42

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Enemy

    Reading

    kunyomiかたき

    kataki

    onyomiてき

    teki

    Parts

    Strike

    Example Word

    素敵: lovely. The Japanese adjective '素敵 (すてき)' means 'lovely' or 'wonderful'. It is used to describe something or someone that is charming, delightful, or attractive. This word is often used in casual conversations to express admiration or approval. For example: That dress is lovely「そのドレスは素敵」(そのドレスはすてき). Your idea is wonderful「あなたのアイデアは素敵」(あなたのアイデアはすてき). The word can also be used to describe situations or experiences that are enjoyable or impressive. It carries a positive and warm connotation, making it a common compliment in Japanese.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    561

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Suitable

    Reading

    onyomiてき

    teki

    Parts

    Walk

    Example Word

    快適: comfortable. The Japanese noun '快適 (かいてき)' means 'comfortable'. It is used to describe a state or condition that is pleasant, agreeable, and free from discomfort. This word can be applied to various contexts, such as describing a comfortable environment, a comfortable feeling, or a comfortable situation. For example: This chair is comfortable「この椅子は快適です」(このいすはかいてきです). I feel comfortable in this room「この部屋で快適に感じます」(このへやでかいてきにかんじます). The word '快適' often conveys a sense of ease and satisfaction, making it a common term in discussions about living conditions, travel, and personal well-being.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    1017

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Flute

    Reading

    kunyomiふえ

    fue

    onyomiてき

    teki

    Parts

    Bamboo Reason

    Example Word

    笛: flute. The Japanese noun '笛 (ふえ)' refers to a 'flute', a musical instrument that produces sound from the flow of air across an opening. It is commonly used in traditional Japanese music, but can also refer to flutes in general. Example sentences: He plays the flute「彼は笛を吹く」(かれはふえをふく). The sound of the flute is beautiful「笛の音が美しい」(ふえのねがうつくしい). The word can also be used metaphorically to describe something that resembles the sound or shape of a flute, though this is less common.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    1281

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Pick, Pluck

    Reading

    kunyomi

    tsu

    onyomiてき

    teki

    Parts

    Hand (手)

    Example Word

    摘む: pluck or pinch. The Japanese verb '摘む (つまむ)' has two primary meanings. The first is 'to pinch,' which refers to gripping something small between the thumb and fingers. For example: she pinched the leaf「彼女は葉を摘んだ」(かのじょははをつまんだ). The second meaning is 'to pluck,' which refers to picking or harvesting something, often used in the context of plants or flowers. For example: he plucked a flower「彼は花を摘んだ」(かれははなをつまんだ). The verb is commonly used in everyday situations, such as handling small objects or gathering produce. Note that the nuance of the action depends on the context, but it generally involves a precise, delicate action with the fingers.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1604

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Drip, Drop

    Reading

    kunyomiしずく

    shizuku

    したた

    shitata

    onyomiてき

    teki

    Parts

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1697

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Legitimate heir, Legitimate wife

    Reading

    onyomiちゃく

    chaku

    てき

    teki

    Parts

    Woman

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    2062

    Handwriting

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