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のう nou Jōyō Kanji Practice Quiz

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  • kanji

    Meaning

    Ability

    Reading

    onyomiのう

    nou

    Parts

    Spoon

    Example Word

    不可能: impossible. The Japanese adjectival noun '不可能 (ふかのう)' means 'impossible'. It is used to describe situations, tasks, or events that cannot be achieved or realized. This word is often used in formal or serious contexts to emphasize the unfeasibility of something. For example: It is impossible to finish this task today「このタスクを今日中に終わらせるのは不可能だ」(このタスクをきょうじゅうにおわらせるのはふかのうだ). Climbing that mountain without equipment is impossible「その山を装備なしで登るのは不可能だ」(そのやまをそうびなしでのぼるのはふかのうだ). Note that '不可能' is often used in conjunction with verbs or nouns to express the impossibility of an action or state.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    349

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Agriculture

    Reading

    onyomiのう

    nou

    Parts

    Music, Bend Sign of the dragon

    Example Word

    農民: farmer. The Japanese noun '農民 (のうみん)' refers to a 'farmer' or 'peasant', specifically someone who works in agriculture, cultivating crops or raising livestock. This term often carries a historical or traditional connotation, particularly in the context of pre-modern Japan, where farmers were a significant part of the population and played a crucial role in the economy. In modern usage, it can still refer to farmers but may also evoke images of rural life or traditional farming practices. Example sentences: The farmer works in the fields「農民は畑で働く」(のうみんははたけではたらく). Many farmers live in this village「この村には多くの農民が住んでいる」(このむらにはおおくののうみんがすんでいる).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    859

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Settlement

    Reading

    kunyomi

    na

    おさ

    osa

    onyomiなん

    nan

    とう

    tou

    のう

    nou

    Parts

    Thread

    Example Word

    納豆: natto. The Japanese noun '納豆 (なっとう)' refers to 'natto', a traditional Japanese food made from fermented soybeans. It is known for its strong smell, sticky texture, and unique flavor. Natto is often eaten for breakfast and is considered a healthy food due to its high protein and probiotic content. It is typically served with rice, mustard, and soy sauce. Example sentences: I eat natto every morning「毎朝納豆を食べます」(まいあさなっとうをたべます). Natto is good for your health「納豆は健康に良いです」(なっとうはけんこうにいいです).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    904

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Thick

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ko

    onyomiのう

    nou

    Parts

    Agriculture

    Example Word

    濃い: thick or dark. The Japanese adjective '濃い (こい)' has two primary meanings. The first is 'thick', which is used to describe something with a high density or viscosity, such as a liquid or a substance. For example: this soup is thick「このスープは濃い」(このスープはこい). The second meaning is 'dark', which is used to describe colors or shades that are deep or intense. For example: the color of this shirt is dark「このシャツの色は濃い」(このシャツのいろはこい). The adjective can also be used metaphorically to describe strong flavors or intense emotions. For instance: the coffee has a strong flavor「コーヒーの味が濃い」(コーヒーのあじがこい).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    16

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1099

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Worry, Distress

    Reading

    kunyomiなや

    naya

    onyomiのう

    nou

    Parts

    Small Villain, Bad luck

    Example Word

    悩む: worry. The Japanese verb '悩む (なやむ)' means 'to worry' or 'to be troubled'. It is used to describe a state of mental distress or anxiety over a problem or situation. This verb can be used in various contexts, such as personal dilemmas, work-related stress, or emotional struggles. For example: I worry about the future「私は将来について悩む」(わたしはしょうらいについてなやむ). He is troubled by his decision「彼は自分の決断に悩んでいる」(かれはじぶんのけつだんになやんでいる). The verb can also imply a deeper, ongoing struggle, as in '悩み続ける (なやみつづける) (to continue worrying)'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1231

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Brain

    Reading

    onyomiのう

    nou

    Parts

    Meat Small Villain, Bad luck

    Example Word

    首脳: leader. The Japanese noun '首脳 (しゅのう)' refers to a leader or a head, particularly in the context of government or high-ranking officials. It is often used to describe the top decision-makers in a country or organization, such as the president, prime minister, or other key figures. For example: The leaders of the two countries met「両国の首脳が会談した」(りょうこくのしゅのうがかいだんした). The summit was attended by world leaders「世界の首脳がサミットに出席した」(せかいのしゅのうがサミットにしゅっせきした). This term is formal and is typically used in political or official contexts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    1350

    Handwriting