Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Onyomi reading

kanji

Meaning

Ability

Reading

Parts

䏍 匕Spoon

Example Word

能力: ability. The Japanese noun '能力 (のうりょく)' means 'ability'. It refers to the capacity or skill to do something, whether physical, mental, or technical. This word is often used in contexts related to personal skills, professional competencies, or innate talents. For example: He has the ability to solve problems quickly「彼は問題を素早く解決する能力がある」(かれはもんだいをすばやくかいけつするのうりょくがある). Improving your language ability is important「言語能力を向上させることは重要だ」(げんごのうりょくをこうじょうさせることはじゅうようだ). The word can also be used in broader contexts, such as organizational or technological capabilities.

Radical

肉

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

349

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Agriculture

Reading

Parts

曲Music, Bend 辰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

辰

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

859

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Settlement

Reading

Parts

糸Thread 內

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

糸

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

904

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Thick

Reading

Parts

⺡ 農Agriculture

Example Word

濃度: concentration. The Japanese noun '濃度 (のうど)' refers to the 'concentration' of a substance, such as the density or strength of a solution, mixture, or chemical. It is commonly used in scientific, technical, or everyday contexts to describe how much of a particular substance is present in a given volume or area. For example: the concentration of salt in the water is high「水の中の塩の濃度が高い」(みずのなかのしおののうどがたかい). This juice has a low sugar concentration「このジュースは糖分の濃度が低い」(このジュースはとうぶんののうどがひくい). The word can also be used metaphorically to describe the intensity or density of abstract concepts, such as emotions or ideas.

Radical

水

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1099

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Worry, Distress

Reading

Parts

忄 ⺍Small 凶Villain, Bad luck

Example Word

悩み: worry. The Japanese noun '悩み (なやみ)' means 'worry' or 'concern'. It refers to a state of mental distress or anxiety caused by problems or difficulties. This word is often used to describe personal struggles, such as emotional or psychological burdens. For example: I have many worries「私には悩みが多い」(わたしにはなやみがおおい). His worry is about his future「彼の悩みは将来のことだ」(かれのなやみはしょうらいのことだ). The word can also be used in a broader sense to describe societal or collective concerns, such as 'environmental worries' (環境の悩み, かんきょうのなやみ).

Radical

心

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1231

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Brain

Reading

Parts

肉Meat ⺍Small 凶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

肉

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1350

Handwriting