Page 1
kanji
事Meaning
Thing
Reading
kunyomiことkoto
onyomiじji
Parts
⺕Hand 亅Barb 一One 口Mouth
Example Word
大事: important or precious. The Japanese adjectival noun '大事 (だいじ)' primarily means 'important' or 'precious'. It is used to describe something that holds significant value, whether it be an object, a person, or an abstract concept. The word can also imply care and attention, as in taking good care of something or someone. For example: This book is very important to me「この本は私にとってとても大事です」(このほんはわたしにとってとてもだいじです). Please take care of yourself「自分を大事にしてください」(じぶんをだいじにしてください). The nuance of 'precious' often carries an emotional weight, emphasizing the irreplaceable nature of the subject.
Radical
亅
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N4Grade
3Frequency
16
Handwriting
kanji
手Meaning
Hand
Reading
kunyomiてte
onyomiしゅshu
ずzu
Parts
丿Katakana no 二Two 亅Barb
Example Word
拍手: clap. The Japanese verbal noun '拍手 (はくしゅ)' means 'clap' or 'applause'. It refers to the act of clapping one's hands together, often as a form of appreciation, approval, or celebration. This word is commonly used in contexts such as performances, speeches, or ceremonies. For example: let's give a round of applause「拍手をお願いします」(はくしゅをおねがいします). The audience clapped loudly「観客は大きな拍手を送りました」(かんきゃくはおおきなはくしゅをおくりました). It's important to note that '拍手' can also be used metaphorically to express approval or encouragement in a broader sense.
Radical
手
Stroke Count
4JLPT
N4Grade
1Frequency
23
Radical Form
扌
Handwriting
kanji
頭Meaning
Head
Reading
kunyomiあたまatama
かしらkashira
onyomiとうtou
ずzu
Parts
豆Beans 𦣻Neck (首)八Eight
Example Word
頭: head. The Japanese noun '頭 (あたま)' primarily means 'head'. It refers to the physical head of a person or animal, but it can also be used metaphorically to refer to intelligence or leadership. For example: my head hurts「頭が痛い」(あたまがいたい). He is the head of the company「彼は会社の頭だ」(かれはかいしゃのあたまだ). Additionally, '頭' can be used in idiomatic expressions, such as '頭がいい (あたまがいい)' meaning 'smart' or 'intelligent'.
Radical
頁
Stroke Count
16JLPT
N3Grade
2Frequency
129
Handwriting
kanji
図Meaning
Map
Reading
kunyomiはかhaka
onyomiとto
ずzu
Parts
囗Box 斗Ladle, Dipper
Example Word
意図: intention. The Japanese verbal noun '意図 (いと)' means 'intention'. It refers to a purpose or plan behind an action or decision. This word is often used in formal or serious contexts to describe deliberate actions or thoughts. For example: His intention was clear「彼の意図は明らかだった」(かれのいとはあきらかだった). I didn't understand her intention「彼女の意図が理解できなかった」(かのじょのいとがりかいできなかった). The word can also be used in compound phrases like '意図的 (いとてき)' meaning 'intentional'.
Radical
囗
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
576
Handwriting
kanji
豆Meaning
Beans
Reading
kunyomiまめmame
onyomiとうtou
ずzu
Parts
一One 口Mouth 䒑Herbs
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
豆
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N1Grade
3Frequency
1155
Handwriting