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せん sen Jōyō Kanji Practice Quiz

Page 1

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Before, Previous

    Reading

    kunyomiさき

    saki

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Legs Soil 丿Katakana no

    Example Word

    先日: recently. The Japanese noun '先日 (せんじつ)' refers to a recent day or time in the past, often translated as 'recently' or 'the other day'. It is used to refer to an event or occurrence that happened a few days ago, but not too far in the past. For example: I met him recently「先日彼に会いました」(せんじつかれにあいました). The other day, I went to the park「先日、公園に行きました」(せんじつ、こうえんにいきました). This word is commonly used in both casual and formal contexts to refer to recent events without specifying an exact date.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    6

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    66

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    River

    Reading

    kunyomiかわ

    kawa

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    丿Katakana no Stick

    Example Word

    天の川: Milky Way. The Japanese noun '天の川 (あまのがわ)' refers to the 'Milky Way', the galaxy that contains our solar system. In Japanese culture, it is often associated with the Tanabata festival, where the story of two star-crossed lovers, Orihime and Hikoboshi, is celebrated. The Milky Way is seen as a river that separates the lovers, who are allowed to meet only once a year on the seventh day of the seventh month. Example sentences: The Milky Way is beautiful tonight「今夜の天の川は美しい」(こんやのあまのがわはうつくしい). According to legend, the Milky Way separates the lovers「伝説によると、天の川が恋人たちを隔てている」(でんせつによると、あまのがわがこいびとたちをへだてている).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    3

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    157

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Thousand

    Reading

    kunyomi

    chi

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Ten 丿Katakana no

    Example Word

    七千: seven thousand. The Japanese noun '七千 (ななせん)' means 'seven thousand'. It is a numerical term used to denote the quantity of 7,000. This word is commonly used in contexts involving counting, measurements, or quantities. For example: The population is seven thousand「人口は七千です」(じんこうはななせんです). The price is seven thousand yen「値段は七千円です」(ねだんはななせんえんです). Note that '七千' is a specific number and is used in formal or written contexts more often than in casual speech.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    3

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    261

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Fight, War

    Reading

    kunyomiたたか

    tataka

    いくさ

    ikusa

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Simple, Single

    Example Word

    敗戦: defeat. The Japanese verbal noun '敗戦 (はいせん)' means 'defeat' or 'losing a war'. It is commonly used to refer to a military defeat, particularly in the context of wars or battles. However, it can also be used metaphorically to describe a significant loss in other areas, such as sports or competitions. For example: Japan experienced defeat in World War II「日本は第二次世界大戦で敗戦を経験した」(にほんはだいにじせかいたいせんではいせんをけいけんした). The team suffered a crushing defeat「チームは惨敗を喫した」(チームはざんぱいをきっした). Note that '敗戦' carries a formal tone and is often used in historical or serious contexts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    290

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Ship

    Reading

    kunyomiふね

    fune

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Boat Eight Mouth

    Example Word

    船: ship. The Japanese noun '船 (ふね)' means 'ship' or 'boat'. It refers to a watercraft used for transportation on water, ranging from small boats to large ships. This word is commonly used in contexts involving travel, fishing, or maritime activities. For example: The ship is big「船は大きい」(ふねはおおきい). I boarded the ship「船に乗った」(ふねにのった). It can also be used metaphorically to describe something that carries or transports, such as a 'ship of dreams'「夢の船」(ゆめのふね).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    297

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Line

    Reading

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Thread Spring, Fountain

    Example Word

    白線: white line. The Japanese noun '白線 (はくせん)' refers to a 'white line'. This term is commonly used to describe painted white lines on roads, sports fields, or other surfaces. For example: The white line on the road is clear「道路の白線ははっきりしている」(どうろのはくせんははっきりしている). The players must stay behind the white line「選手たちは白線の後ろにいなければならない」(せんしゅたちははくせんのうしろにいなければならない). In some contexts, it can also refer to anatomical structures, such as the 'linea alba' in medical terminology, but this usage is less common in everyday language.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    500

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Money, Coin

    Reading

    kunyomiぜに

    zeni

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Gold (金)

    Example Word

    銭: money or coin. The Japanese suffix '銭 (せん)' refers to 'coin' or 'money'. It is often used in compound words to denote currency or small amounts of money. Historically, '銭' was used to refer to small denominations of currency, such as the 'sen' in the pre-decimal Japanese monetary system. For example: one yen and fifty sen「一円五十銭」(いちえんごじっせん). This suffix is still used in modern Japanese, particularly in contexts involving small change or historical references. Another example: ten sen coin「十銭玉」(じっせんだま).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    768

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Shallow

    Reading

    kunyomiあさ

    asa

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Water (水)

    Example Word

    浅い: shallow. The Japanese adjective '浅い (あさい)' primarily means 'shallow'. It is used to describe something that has little depth, either physically or metaphorically. For example, it can describe shallow water, as in 'The river is shallow'「川が浅い」(かわがあさい). It can also describe superficial knowledge or understanding, as in 'His knowledge is shallow'「彼の知識は浅い」(かれのちしきはあさい). Additionally, it can describe something that is not deeply rooted, such as a shallow relationship. Note that '浅い' is often used in contrast to '深い (ふかい)', which means 'deep'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    866

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Choose

    Reading

    kunyomiえら

    era

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Walk

    Example Word

    入選: selection. The Japanese verbal noun '入選 (にゅうせん)' refers to the act of being selected or chosen, often in the context of competitions, contests, or exhibitions. It implies that someone or something has been chosen from a larger group to be recognized or awarded. For example: Her painting was selected for the exhibition「彼女の絵が入選した」(かのじょのえがにゅうせんした). He was thrilled to be selected for the competition「彼は入選して大喜びだった」(かれはにゅうせんしておおよろこびだった). This term is commonly used in formal or artistic contexts to denote recognition or achievement.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    875

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Wash

    Reading

    kunyomiあら

    ara

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Water (水)Before, Previous

    Example Word

    お手洗い: restroom. The Japanese noun 'お手洗い (おてあらい)' means 'restroom' or 'toilet'. It is a polite and formal way to refer to a bathroom or lavatory. This term is commonly used in public places, restaurants, and formal settings. For example: Where is the restroom?「お手洗いはどこですか?」(おてあらいはどこですか?). I need to use the restroom「お手洗いをお借りしたいです」(おてあらいをおかりしたいです). The prefix 'お' adds politeness, making it suitable for polite conversation.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    877

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Dye

    Reading

    kunyomi

    shi

    so

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Tree, Wood 氿

    Example Word

    伝染: infection. The Japanese verbal noun '伝染 (でんせん)' means 'infection' or 'contagion'. It refers to the process by which a disease or condition spreads from one person, animal, or thing to another. This word is often used in medical or biological contexts but can also be applied metaphorically to describe the spread of ideas, emotions, or behaviors. For example: The flu is highly contagious「インフルエンザは伝染しやすい」(インフルエンザはでんせんしやすい). Fear can spread like an infection「恐怖は伝染する」(きょうふはでんせんする). Note that '伝染' is often used with verbs like 'する' (to do) to indicate the act of spreading or becoming infected.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    884

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Spring, Fountain

    Reading

    kunyomiいずみ

    izumi

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Water White

    Example Word

    泉: spring. The Japanese noun '泉 (いずみ)' refers to a natural spring or fountain, typically a source of water that flows from the ground. It can also metaphorically represent a source of something valuable or abundant, such as knowledge or inspiration. For example: the spring is clear「泉は澄んでいる」(いずみはすんでいる). This place is like a spring of wisdom「この場所は知恵の泉のようだ」(このばしょはちえのいずみのようだ). The word is often used in both literal and figurative contexts, emphasizing purity, freshness, or abundance.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    912

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Hermit

    Reading

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Person (人)Mountain

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    5

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1038

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Fresh, Vivid

    Reading

    kunyomiあざ

    aza

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Fish Sheep

    Example Word

    鮮やか: vivid. The Japanese adjective '鮮やか (あざやか)' means 'vivid'. It is used to describe something that is strikingly bright, clear, or distinct in color, appearance, or impression. It can also describe actions or performances that are skillful and impressive. For example: The colors of the painting are vivid「その絵の色は鮮やかだ」(そのえのいろはあざやかだ). He made a vivid impression with his speech「彼のスピーチは鮮やかだった」(かれのスピーチはあざやかだった). This word is often used to emphasize clarity, brilliance, or precision in both visual and non-visual contexts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    17

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1128

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Exclusive, Specialty

    Reading

    kunyomiもっぱ

    moppa

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Measurement

    Example Word

    専門家: expert. The Japanese noun '専門家 (せんもんか)' means 'expert'. It refers to a person who has specialized knowledge, skills, or experience in a particular field. This term is often used in professional or academic contexts to describe someone who is highly skilled or knowledgeable in their area of expertise. For example: He is an expert in economics「彼は経済の専門家です」(かれはけいざいのせんもんかです). We need to consult an expert「専門家に相談する必要があります」(せんもんかにそうだんするひつようがあります). The word can also imply a level of authority or trustworthiness in the given field.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    1132

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Lurk, Submerge

    Reading

    kunyomiひそ

    hiso

    もぐ

    mogu

    くぐ

    kugu

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Water (水)Replace, Exchange

    Example Word

    潜る: dive. The Japanese verb '潜る (もぐる)' primarily means 'to dive'. It is used to describe the action of going underwater, either by a person or an animal. It can also be used metaphorically to describe delving into something deeply, such as diving into a subject or topic. Example sentences: The dolphin dives into the water「イルカが水に潜る」(いるかがみずにもぐる). He dived into the history of ancient Japan「彼は古代日本の歴史に潜った」(かれはこだいにほんのれきしにもぐった). Note that this verb is often used in contexts involving water or deep exploration.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1164

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Fortune telling

    Reading

    kunyomi

    shi

    うらな

    urana

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Mouth Divination

    Example Word

    占領: occupation. The Japanese noun '占領 (せんりょう)' refers to the act of occupying or taking control of a place, often by force. It is commonly used in historical or political contexts to describe the control of a territory by a foreign power. For example: The occupation lasted for ten years「占領は十年間続いた」(せんりょうはじゅうねんかんつづいた). The city was under military occupation「その都市は軍の占領下にあった」(そのとしはぐんのせんりょうかにあった). This term can also be used metaphorically to describe taking over or dominating a space or situation, such as in '占領する (せんりょうする)' meaning 'to occupy'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    5

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1220

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Tray, Small low table

    Reading

    kunyomiすす

    susu

    そな

    sona

    かしわ

    kashiwa

    onyomiせん

    sen

    ぜん

    zen

    Parts

    Moon, Month Good, Virtuous

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    16

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1238

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Proclaim, Promulgate

    Reading

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Roof

    Example Word

    宣伝: advertising. The Japanese verbal noun '宣伝 (せんでん)' primarily means 'advertising' or 'promotion'. It refers to the act of spreading information about a product, service, or event to attract public attention. This term is commonly used in both commercial and non-commercial contexts. For example: The company is advertising a new product「会社は新しい製品を宣伝しています」(かいしゃはあたらしいせいひんをせんでんしています). They are promoting the event on TV「彼らはそのイベントをテレビで宣伝しています」(かれらはそのイベントをテレビでせんでんしています). '宣伝' can also imply a sense of exaggeration or hype, depending on the context, so it's important to consider the nuance when using or interpreting this word.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    1244

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Fan, Folding fan

    Reading

    kunyomiあお

    ao

    おうぎ

    ougi

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Door Feather

    Example Word

    扇風機: fan. The Japanese noun '扇風機 (せんぷうき)' refers to an electric fan, specifically a device used to circulate air and create a cooling effect. It is commonly used in homes, offices, and other indoor spaces, especially during hot weather. Example sentences: The fan is on「扇風機がついている」(せんぷうきがついている). Please turn on the fan「扇風機をつけてください」(せんぷうきをつけてください). This fan is quiet「この扇風機は静かです」(このせんぷうきはしずかです). Note that '扇風機' specifically refers to electric fans and not handheld fans, which are called '団扇 (うちわ)'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1527

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Elucidate

    Reading

    kunyomiかい

    kai

    あき

    aki

    せん

    sen

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Say (言)Whole, All

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1619

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Gyrate, Rotation

    Reading

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Direction

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1658

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Jealousy, Envy

    Reading

    kunyomiうらや

    uraya

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Example Word

    羨ましい: envious. The Japanese adjective '羨ましい (うらやましい)' means 'envious'. It is used to express a feeling of envy or jealousy towards someone else's possessions, qualities, or circumstances. This word is often used in social contexts where one person has something that another person desires. For example: I am envious of your new car「あなたの新しい車が羨ましい」(あなたのあたらしいくるまがうらやましい). She is envious of her friend's success「彼女は友達の成功を羨ましいと思っている」(かのじょはともだちのせいこうをうらやましいとおもっている). It is important to note that while '羨ましい' can sometimes carry a negative connotation, it can also be used in a more light-hearted or joking manner among friends.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1775

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Scaffold, Plank bridge

    Reading

    kunyomiかけはし

    kakehashi

    onyomiさん

    san

    せん

    sen

    Parts

    Tree, Wood

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1876

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Transfer, Transition

    Reading

    kunyomiうつ

    utsu

    みやこがえ

    miyakogae

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Walk

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1896

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Tread, Implement

    Reading

    kunyomi

    fu

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Foot, Sufficient

    Example Word

    実践: practice. The Japanese noun '実践 (じっせん)' means 'practice' in the sense of putting theory or knowledge into action. It is often used in contexts related to education, training, or personal development, where the focus is on applying what has been learned. For example: Practice is important for mastering a skill「実践はスキルを習得するために重要です」(じっせんはスキルをしゅうとくするためにじゅうようです). He put his ideas into practice「彼は自分の考えを実践した」(かれはじぶんのかんがえをじっせんした). The word emphasizes the active application of knowledge rather than just theoretical understanding.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1900

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Roast

    Reading

    kunyomi

    i

    ni

    せん

    sen

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Before, Front Fire (火)

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1928

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Fine, Fiber

    Reading

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Thread

    Example Word

    繊維: fiber. The Japanese noun '繊維 (せんい)' refers to 'fiber', which can denote natural or synthetic threads used in textiles, or biological fibers in living organisms. It is commonly used in contexts related to materials, textiles, and biology. For example: cotton fiber「綿の繊維」(わたのせんい). This fabric is made from synthetic fibers「この布は合成繊維でできています」(このぬのはごうせいせんいでできています). The word can also be used metaphorically to describe something delicate or fine, like the fibers of a relationship.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    17

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1948

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Recommend, Mat

    Reading

    kunyomiすす

    susu

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Grass

    Example Word

    推薦: recommendation. The Japanese verbal noun '推薦 (すいせん)' means 'recommendation'. It is used to describe the act of recommending someone or something, often in formal contexts such as job applications, school admissions, or endorsements. For example: I received a recommendation from my teacher「先生から推薦をもらいました」(せんせいからすいせんをもらいました). The company gave him a strong recommendation「会社は彼に強い推薦をしました」(かいしゃはかれにつよいすいせんをしました). This term is commonly used in professional or academic settings where formal endorsements are required.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    16

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    2005

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Plug, Stopper

    Reading

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Tree, Wood Whole, All

    Example Word

    栓抜き: bottle opener. The Japanese noun '栓抜き (せんぬき)' refers to a 'bottle opener', a tool used to remove caps or corks from bottles. It is commonly used in everyday situations, such as opening beer or soda bottles. For example: I need a bottle opener to open this beer「このビールを開けるために栓抜きが必要です」(このビールをあけるためにせんぬきがひつようです). He bought a new bottle opener「彼は新しい栓抜きを買いました」(かれはあたらしいせんぬきをかいました). The word is a combination of '栓 (せん)', meaning 'stopper' or 'cork', and '抜き (ぬき)', meaning 'removal'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    2058

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Stationery

    Reading

    kunyomiふだ

    fuda

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Example Word

    便箋: stationery. The Japanese noun '便箋 (びんせん)' refers to 'stationery' or specifically 'letter paper'. It is used to describe high-quality paper designed for writing letters or formal correspondence. This term is often associated with traditional Japanese aesthetics and is commonly used in formal or personal letter-writing contexts. For example: I bought some beautiful stationery「きれいな便箋を買いました」(きれいなびんせんをかいました). She wrote a letter on elegant stationery「彼女は上品な便箋に手紙を書いた」(かのじょはじょうひんなびんせんにてがみをかいた). Note that '便箋' is distinct from everyday paper and carries a sense of refinement.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    2106

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Gland

    Reading

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Spring, Fountain

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    2118

    Handwriting