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kanji
立Meaning
Stand
Reading
kunyomiたta
onyomiりつritsu
Parts
亠Lid 䒑Herbs
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
立
Stroke Count
5JLPT
N4Grade
1Frequency
39
Handwriting
kanji
律Meaning
Law, Rhythm
Reading
onyomiりつritsu
りちrichi
Parts
彳Stop 聿Brush
Example Word
法律: law. The Japanese noun '法律 (ほうりつ)' refers to 'law' in the sense of a system of rules established by a government or authority. It is used to describe legal statutes, regulations, or the body of laws governing a society. This term is often used in formal or legal contexts. For example: This law protects the environment「この法律は環境を守る」(このほうりつはかんきょうをまもる). He studies law at university「彼は大学で法律を勉強している」(かれはだいがくでほうりつをべんきょうしている). The nuance of '法律' is broader than specific rules or regulations, as it refers to the overall legal framework.
Radical
彳
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N2Grade
6Frequency
1095
Handwriting
kanji
率Meaning
Command, Proportion
Reading
kunyomiひきhiki
onyomiりつritsu
そつsotsu
Parts
玄Profound, Mysterious 丷Divide 八Eight 十Ten
Example Word
確率: probability. The Japanese noun '確率 (かくりつ)' means 'probability'. It refers to the likelihood or chance of an event occurring, often expressed numerically or as a percentage. This term is commonly used in mathematics, statistics, and everyday conversations when discussing uncertain outcomes. For example: the probability of rain is high「雨の確率が高い」(あめのかくりつがたかい). What is the probability of winning?「勝つ確率はどれくらいですか？」(かつのかくりつはどれくらいですか？). It can also be used in contexts like gambling or risk assessment, such as 'the probability of success is low'「成功する確率は低い」(せいこうするかくりつはひくい).
Radical
玄
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N1Grade
5Frequency
1264
Handwriting