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kanji
的Meaning
Target
Reading
kunyomiまとmato
onyomiてきteki
Parts
白White
Example Word
比較的: relatively. The Japanese adverb '比較的 (ひかくてき)' means 'relatively'. It is used to indicate that something is being compared to a standard or norm, suggesting that it is somewhat or moderately so in relation to that standard. It often carries a nuance of being more than expected or more than average, but not extremely so. For example: This problem is relatively easy「この問題は比較的簡単だ」(このもんだいはひかくてきかんたんだ). The weather today is relatively warm「今日の天気は比較的暖かい」(きょうのてんきはひかくてきあたたかい). It can be used in both positive and negative contexts, depending on the situation.
Radical
白
Stroke Count
8JLPT
UnknownGrade
4Frequency
42
Handwriting
kanji
敵Meaning
Enemy
Reading
kunyomiかたきkataki
onyomiてきteki
Parts
啇 攵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
攴
Stroke Count
15JLPT
N1Grade
5Frequency
561
Handwriting
kanji
適Meaning
Suitable
Reading
onyomiてきteki
Parts
辶Walk 啇
Example Word
適当: suitable or random. The Japanese adjectival noun '適当 (てきとう)' has two distinct meanings. The first meaning is 'suitable' or 'appropriate', referring to something that fits a particular purpose or situation. For example: This tool is suitable for the job「この道具は仕事に適当です」(このどうぐはしごとにてきとうです). The second meaning is 'random' or 'careless', often implying a lack of thought or effort. For example: He gave a random answer「彼は適当に答えた」(かれはてきとうにこたえた). The context usually clarifies which meaning is intended, as the word can be ambiguous without additional information.
Radical
辵
Stroke Count
14JLPT
N3Grade
5Frequency
1017
Handwriting
kanji
笛Meaning
Flute
Reading
kunyomiふえfue
onyomiてきteki
Parts
竹Bamboo 由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
竹
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N1Grade
3Frequency
1281
Handwriting
kanji
摘Meaning
Pick, Pluck
Reading
kunyomiつtsu
onyomiてきteki
Parts
扌Hand (手)啇
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
手
Stroke Count
14JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
1604
Handwriting