Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Onyomi reading

kanji

Meaning

Child

Reading

Parts

了Finish, Complete 一One

Example Word

親子: parent child. The Japanese noun '親子 (おやこ)' refers to the relationship or pair of a parent and child. It is commonly used to describe the bond or connection between a parent and their offspring, and can also refer to things that are related in a parent-child manner, such as a dish that includes both chicken and egg (親子丼 - おやこどん). For example: The parent and child went to the park「親子は公園に行った」(おやこはこうえんにいった). This restaurant is famous for its parent-child bowl「このレストランは親子丼で有名です」(このレストランはおやこどんでゆうめいです).

Radical

子

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

7

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Master

Reading

Parts

丶Dot 王King

Example Word

主流: mainstream. The Japanese noun '主流 (しゅりゅう)' refers to the 'mainstream' or the dominant trend, opinion, or direction in a particular field or society. It is often used to describe the most widely accepted or popular ideas, practices, or movements. For example: This is the mainstream opinion「これが主流の意見です」(これがしゅりゅうのいけんです). The mainstream of the river flows to the east「川の主流は東に流れる」(かわのしゅりゅうはひがしにながれる). The term can also be used in contexts like art, culture, or technology to describe what is currently dominant or widely followed.

Radical

丶

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

85

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Protect

Reading

Parts

宀Roof 寸Measurement

Example Word

留守: absence. The Japanese noun '留守 (るす)' primarily means 'absence'. It is used to describe a situation where someone is not at home or away from a place. It can also imply that someone is not paying attention or is distracted. For example: I was absent from home「私は家を留守にしていた」(わたしはいえをるすにしていた). He was absent-minded during the meeting「彼は会議中に留守だった」(かれはかいぎちゅうにるすだった). Note that '留守' is often used in phrases like '留守番 (るすばん)' (house-sitting) or '留守にする' (to be away).

Radical

宀

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

399

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Element

Reading

Parts

糸Thread 龶Life (生)

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

糸

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

413

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Necessary

Reading

Parts

彡Fur 頁Page

Radical

頁

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1378

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Longevity, Congratulations

Reading

Parts

三Three 丿Katakana no 寸Measurement

Example Word

寿命: lifespan. The Japanese noun '寿命 (じゅみょう)' refers to the length of time that a living being, object, or system is expected to live or function. It is commonly used in contexts discussing the natural life expectancy of humans, animals, or even the durability of machines and technology. For example: The lifespan of a cat is about 15 years「猫の寿命は約15年です」(ねこのじゅみょうはやく15ねんです). This smartphone has a short lifespan「このスマートフォンは寿命が短い」(このスマートフォンはじゅみょうがみじかい). The word can also be used metaphorically to describe the 'life' of non-living things, such as the lifespan of a product or trend.

Radical

寸

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1414

Handwriting