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kanji
対Meaning
Against
Reading
onyomiたいtai
Parts
寸Measurement 文Sentence
Example Word
対立: conflict. The Japanese verbal noun '対立 (たいりつ)' means 'conflict' or 'opposition'. It refers to a situation where two or more parties have opposing views, interests, or goals, leading to a clash or disagreement. This term is often used in contexts such as politics, relationships, or debates. For example: There is a conflict between the two parties「二つの党の間に対立がある」(ふたつのとうのあいだにたいりつがある). The conflict between the two countries intensified「二つの国の対立が激化した」(ふたつのくにのたいりつがげきかした). Note that '対立' can also imply a more formal or structured opposition, such as in legal or ideological disputes.
Radical
寸
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N3Grade
3Frequency
148
Handwriting
kanji
終Meaning
End
Reading
kunyomiおo
onyomiしゅうshuu
ついtsui
Parts
糸Thread 冬Winter
Example Word
終電: last train. The Japanese noun '終電 (しゅうでん)' refers to the 'last train' of the day, typically the final service running on a train line before operations cease for the night. This term is crucial for commuters and travelers who need to ensure they catch the last available train to reach their destination. Missing the 終電 often means having to find alternative transportation, such as taxis or staying overnight. Example sentences: I missed the last train「終電に乗り遅れた」(しゅうでんにのりおくれた). The last train leaves at midnight「終電は夜中の12時に出る」(しゅうでんはよなかの12じにでる).
Radical
糸
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N4Grade
3Frequency
372
Handwriting
kanji
追Meaning
Follow
Reading
kunyomiおo
onyomiついtsui
Parts
辶Walk 𠂤Pile up
Example Word
追い付く: catchup. The Japanese verb '追い付く (おいつく)' means 'to catch up'. This verb is used when someone or something reaches the same level, position, or status as another after being behind. It can be used in both physical and metaphorical contexts. For example: I finally caught up with my friend「やっと友達に追い付いた」(やっとともだちにおいついた). The company is trying to catch up with its competitors「その会社は競合他社に追い付こうとしている」(そのかいしゃはきょうごうたしゃにおいつこうとしている). Note that this verb often implies effort or time was required to reach the same point.
Radical
辵
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N3Grade
3Frequency
385
Handwriting
kanji
墜Meaning
Fall, Crash
Reading
onyomiついtsui
Parts
隊Squad 土Soil
Example Word
墜落: crash. The Japanese verbal noun '墜落 (ついらく)' means 'crash', specifically referring to a fall or crash from a height, such as an airplane or object falling to the ground. It is often used in contexts involving accidents or disasters. For example: the airplane crashed「飛行機が墜落した」(ひこうきがついらくした). The satellite crashed into the ocean「衛星が海に墜落した」(えいせいがうみについらくした). This word carries a serious and dramatic connotation, often implying significant damage or loss.
Radical
土
Stroke Count
15JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
1918
Handwriting