Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Onyomi reading
す su
kanji
子Meaning
Child
Reading
ko
onyomiすsu
しshi
Parts
了Finish, Complete 一One
Example Word
菓子: sweets. The Japanese noun '菓子 (かし)' refers to 'sweets' or 'confectionery'. It is commonly used to describe traditional Japanese sweets (和菓子, わがし) or Western-style sweets (洋菓子, ようがし). This word is often used in contexts related to snacks, desserts, or treats. For example: I bought some sweets「菓子を買いました」(かしをかいました). These sweets are delicious「この菓子は美味しいです」(このかしはおいしいです). The term can also refer to snacks in general, not just sweet items, depending on the context.
Radical
子
Stroke Count
3JLPT
N5Grade
1Frequency
7
Handwriting
kanji
主Meaning
Master
Reading
nushi
あるじaruji
onyomiすsu
しゅshu
Parts
丶Dot 王King
Example Word
主題: theme. The Japanese noun '主題 (しゅだい)' means 'theme'. It refers to the main subject or central topic of a discussion, piece of writing, artwork, or any other form of expression. This word is commonly used in academic, literary, and artistic contexts. For example: the theme of the novel is love「小説の主題は愛です」(しょうせつのしゅだいはあいです). The theme of the conference is environmental protection「会議の主題は環境保護です」(かいぎのしゅだいはかんきょうほごです). It can also be used in music to describe the main melody or motif, as in 'the theme of the symphony is very memorable'「交響曲の主題はとても印象的です」(こうきょうきょくのしゅだいはとてもいんしょうてきです).
Radical
丶
Stroke Count
5JLPT
N4Grade
3Frequency
85
Handwriting
kanji
守Meaning
Protect
Reading
mori
まもmamo
onyomiすsu
しゅshu
Parts
宀Roof 寸Measurement
Example Word
守護: guardian. The Japanese noun '守護 (しゅご)' refers to a guardian or protector, often in a spiritual, religious, or feudal context. Historically, it was used to describe feudal lords who acted as protectors of their domains. In modern usage, it can also refer to a guardian deity or a protective figure. For example: the guardian of the temple「寺の守護」(てらのしゅご). He is the guardian of this land「彼はこの土地の守護です」(かれはこのとちのしゅごです). The word carries a sense of duty and protection, often implying a higher responsibility.
Radical
宀
Stroke Count
6JLPT
N3Grade
3Frequency
399
Handwriting
kanji
素Meaning
Element
Reading
su
そso
Parts
糸Thread 龶Life (生)
Example Word
素人: amateur. The Japanese noun '素人 (しろうと)' refers to someone who is an amateur or lacks professional experience in a particular field. It is often used to contrast with 'プロ (ぷろ)' (professional). The term can carry a neutral or slightly negative connotation, depending on the context, implying inexperience or lack of skill. For example: He is just an amateur「彼はただの素人だ」(かれはただのしろうとだ). I'm still an amateur at cooking「私はまだ料理の素人です」(わたしはまだりょうりのしろうとです). The word can also be used in contexts like hobbies or activities, such as '素人写真 (しろうとしゃしん)' (amateur photography).
Radical
糸
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N1Grade
5Frequency
413
Handwriting
kanji
寿Meaning
Longevity, Congratulations
Reading
kotobuki
onyomiすsu
じゅju
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
7JLPT
UnknownGrade
8Frequency
1414
Handwriting
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