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ふ fu Jōyō Kanji Practice Quiz

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  • kanji

    Meaning

    Not

    Reading

    onyomi

    fu

    bu

    Example Word

    不利: disadvantage. The Japanese adjectival noun '不利 (ふり)' means 'disadvantage' or 'unfavorable'. It is used to describe a situation, condition, or position that puts someone at a disadvantage or is unfavorable. This word is often used in contexts such as negotiations, competitions, or strategic planning. For example: The new policy is unfavorable to small businesses「新しい政策は中小企業に不利だ」(あたらしいせいさくはちゅうしょうきぎょうにふりだ). Being late put him at a disadvantage「遅刻したことが彼に不利になった」(ちこくしたことがかれにふりになった). Note that '不利' is often used in formal or strategic contexts and can describe both tangible and intangible disadvantages.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    4

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    61

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Wind, Style

    Reading

    kunyomiかざ

    kaza

    かぜ

    kaze

    onyomi

    fu

    ふう

    fuu

    Parts

    Insect Common

    Example Word

    風邪: cold. The Japanese noun '風邪 (かぜ)' refers to the common cold, an illness characterized by symptoms like coughing, sneezing, and a runny nose. It is a common term used in everyday conversation when discussing health. For example: I caught a cold「風邪を引いた」(かぜをひいた). Don't catch a cold「風邪を引かないで」(かぜをひかないで). This word is often used in phrases like '風邪を引く (かぜをひく)' (to catch a cold) or '風邪薬 (かぜぐすり)' (cold medicine).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    102

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Man, Husband

    Reading

    onyomi

    fu

    ふう

    fuu

    Parts

    Person Two

    Example Word

    大丈夫: okay. The Japanese adjectival noun '大丈夫 (だいじょうぶ)' means 'okay' or 'all right'. It is commonly used to express that something is fine, safe, or not a problem. It can also be used to reassure someone or to confirm that everything is going well. For example: Are you okay?「大丈夫ですか?」(だいじょうぶですか?). It's okay, don't worry「大丈夫、心配しないで」(だいじょうぶ、しんぱいしないで). This word is versatile and can be used in various contexts, such as checking on someone's well-being, confirming the safety of a situation, or reassuring someone about a potential concern.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    4

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    133

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Father

    Reading

    kunyomiちち

    chichi

    とう

    tou

    onyomi

    fu

    Parts

    Eight Govern

    Example Word

    父: father. The Japanese noun '父 (ちち)' means 'father'. It is a common and respectful term used to refer to one's own father. This word is typically used in formal or polite contexts, and it carries a sense of respect and affection. For example: my father is kind「私の父は優しい」(わたしのちちはやさしい). I talked to my father yesterday「昨日、父と話しました」(きのう、ちちとはなしました). It's important to note that '父 (ちち)' is used when referring to one's own father, while 'お父さん (おとうさん)' is a more casual and commonly used term, often used when addressing or referring to someone else's father.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    4

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    137

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Attach

    Reading

    kunyomi

    tsu

    onyomi

    fu

    Parts

    Person (人)Measurement

    Example Word

    近付く: approach or become close. The Japanese verb '近付く (ちかづく)' primarily means 'to approach' or 'to become close'. It can be used both in a physical sense, such as approaching a location, and in a relational sense, such as becoming close to someone. For example: The train is approaching the station「電車が駅に近付いている」(でんしゃがえきにちかづいている). We became close friends over time「私たちは時間とともに近付いた」(わたしたちはじかんとともにちかづいた). This verb is often used to describe the process of getting closer, either physically or emotionally.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    5

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    252

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Lady

    Reading

    onyomi

    fu

    Parts

    Woman

    Example Word

    主婦: housewife. The Japanese noun '主婦 (しゅふ)' refers to a 'housewife', a woman who manages the household and does not typically work outside the home. This term is commonly used in Japan to describe women who are primarily responsible for domestic tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and taking care of children. It is a neutral term but can carry cultural connotations about gender roles. Example sentences: She is a housewife「彼女は主婦です」(かのじょはしゅふです). My mother was a housewife「私の母は主婦でした」(わたしのはははしゅふでした).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    346

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Spread, Lay

    Reading

    kunyomi

    shi

    しき

    shiki

    onyomi

    fu

    Parts

    Strike

    Example Word

    敷く: lay. The Japanese verb '敷く (しく)' primarily means 'to lay' or 'to spread out'. It is used when placing something flat over a surface, such as laying down a carpet, spreading out a blanket, or even laying railroad tracks. For example: I laid a carpet in the room「部屋にカーペットを敷いた」(へやにかーぺっとをしいた). They are laying new train tracks「新しい線路を敷いている」(あたらしいせんろをしいている). Additionally, '敷く' can be used metaphorically, such as establishing rules or foundations. For example: The company laid down new rules「会社は新しい規則を敷いた」(かいしゃはあたらしいきそくをしいた).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    400

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Float

    Reading

    kunyomiうわ

    uwa

    u

    onyomi

    fu

    Parts

    Water (水)

    Example Word

    浮く: float. The Japanese verb '浮く (うく)' means 'to float'. It is used to describe something that is buoyant and remains on the surface of a liquid or in the air. This verb can also be used metaphorically to describe feelings of detachment or being out of place. For example: the boat floats on the water「ボートが水に浮く」(ボートがみずにうく). I feel like I'm floating in the air「空に浮いているような気がする」(そらにういているようなきがする). In a social context, it can describe someone who feels out of place: he feels like he doesn't belong here「彼はここで浮いている感じがする」(かれはここでういているかんじがする).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    458

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Attach, Affixed

    Reading

    kunyomi

    tsu

    onyomi

    fu

    Parts

    Attach

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    536

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Defeat

    Reading

    kunyomi

    o

    ma

    onyomi

    fu

    Parts

    Wrap Shellfish

    Example Word

    勝負: match or contest. The Japanese verbal noun '勝負 (しょうぶ)' refers to a match, game, or contest where there is a clear winner and loser. It is often used in the context of sports, games, or competitions, but can also be applied to any situation where there is a decisive outcome. For example: The match starts now「勝負はこれからだ」(しょうぶはこれからだ). He is good at contests「彼は勝負強い」(かれはしょうぶづよい). The word can also imply a sense of challenge or confrontation, as in 'to take on a challenge' or 'to face off against someone.'

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    575

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Wealth, Rich

    Reading

    kunyomi

    to

    とみ

    tomi

    onyomi

    fu

    ふう

    fuu

    Parts

    Roof Fill

    Example Word

    富: wealth. The Japanese noun '富 (とみ)' refers to 'wealth' or 'riches'. It is used to describe an abundance of valuable possessions, money, or resources. This word can be used in both literal and figurative contexts, such as material wealth or the wealth of knowledge. For example: He accumulated great wealth「彼は大きな富を築いた」(かれはおおきなとみをきずいた). The wealth of this country is vast「この国の富は大きい」(このくにのとみはおおきい). Note that '富' can also be used in compound words, such as '富国 (ふこく)' meaning 'wealthy nation'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    649

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Cloth, Linen

    Reading

    kunyomiぬの

    nuno

    onyomi

    fu

    Example Word

    布団: futon. The Japanese noun '布団 (ふとん)' refers to a traditional Japanese-style bedding, which typically includes a mattress and a duvet. Futons are designed to be laid directly on the floor and are commonly used in Japanese homes. They are known for their portability and space-saving qualities, as they can be folded and stored away during the day. Example sentences: I spread out the futon「布団を敷いた」(ふとんをしいた). The futon is comfortable「布団は気持ちいい」(ふとんはきもちいい).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    5

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    728

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Fearful, Dreadful

    Reading

    kunyomiこわ

    kowa

    onyomi

    fu

    Parts

    Cloth, Linen

    Example Word

    怖がる: fear. The Japanese verb '怖がる (こわがる)' means 'to fear' or 'to be afraid'. It is used to describe the act of feeling fear or being scared of something. This verb often implies a visible or noticeable reaction to fear, such as trembling or avoiding the feared object. For example: The child is afraid of the dark「子供は暗闇を怖がる」(こどもはくらやみをこわがる). She is scared of dogs「彼女は犬を怖がる」(かのじょはいぬをこわがる). The verb can also be used to describe someone who is generally fearful or easily frightened, as in 'He is a fearful person'「彼は怖がりだ」(かれはこわがりだ).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    744

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Government office, Urban prefecture

    Reading

    onyomi

    fu

    Parts

    广Dotted cliff Attach

    Example Word

    府立: prefectural. The Japanese noun '府立 (ふりつ)' refers to something that is established or operated by a prefecture, specifically in the context of institutions like schools, hospitals, or other public facilities. It is often used in the names of such institutions to indicate their affiliation with a prefecture. For example: prefectural high school「府立高校」(ふりつこうこう). prefectural hospital「府立病院」(ふりつびょういん). The term is commonly used in the Kansai region, particularly in Kyoto and Osaka, where '府' refers to the prefectural-level administrative divisions.

    Radical

    广

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    772

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Universal, Widespread

    Reading

    onyomi

    fu

    Parts

    Line, Row Day, Sun

    Example Word

    普及: spread or diffusion. The Japanese verbal noun '普及 (ふきゅう)' refers to the act of spreading or diffusing something widely, such as information, technology, or ideas. It is often used in contexts where something becomes widely adopted or accepted. For example: The spread of smartphones has changed our lives「スマートフォンの普及は私たちの生活を変えた」(すまーとふぉんのふきゅうはわたしたちのせいかつをかえた). The government is promoting the diffusion of renewable energy「政府は再生可能エネルギーの普及を推進している」(せいふはさいせいかのうえねるぎーのふきゅうをすいしんしている). Note that '普及' is often used in formal or technical contexts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    789

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Rot

    Reading

    kunyomiくさ

    kusa

    onyomi

    fu

    Parts

    Government office, Urban prefecture Meat

    Example Word

    豆腐: tofu. The Japanese noun '豆腐 (とうふ)' refers to 'tofu', a food made from soybeans. It is a staple in Japanese cuisine and is known for its versatility and high protein content. Tofu can be prepared in various ways, such as fried, boiled, or eaten cold. For example: I ate tofu for dinner「夕食に豆腐を食べた」(ゆうしょくにとうふをたべた). This miso soup has tofu in it「この味噌汁には豆腐が入っている」(このみそしるにはとうふがはいっている). Tofu is often used in vegetarian and vegan diets as a meat substitute due to its texture and nutritional value.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1332

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Skin

    Reading

    kunyomiはだ

    hada

    onyomi

    fu

    Parts

    Stomach

    Example Word

    皮膚: skin. The Japanese noun '皮膚 (ひふ)' refers to the outer covering of the body, commonly known as 'skin'. It is used in both medical and everyday contexts to describe the physical layer that protects the body. For example: My skin is dry「私の皮膚は乾燥している」(わたしのひふはかんそうしている). The skin is the largest organ of the body「皮膚は体の中で一番大きな器官です」(ひふはからだのなかでいちばんおおきなきかんです). The word can also be used in compound terms, such as '皮膚科 (ひふか)' (dermatology).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1589

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Token, Symbol

    Reading

    onyomi

    fu

    Parts

    Bamboo (竹)Attach

    Example Word

    切符: ticket. The Japanese noun '切符 (きっぷ)' refers to a 'ticket', typically used for transportation such as trains, buses, or airplanes. It can also refer to tickets for events or other services. This word is commonly used in daily life when purchasing or using tickets. For example: I bought a train ticket「電車の切符を買いました」(でんしゃのきっぷをかいました). Please show your ticket「切符を見せてください」(きっぷをみせてください). The word is straightforward and widely understood in contexts involving travel or entry to events.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1629

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Cauldron

    Reading

    kunyomiかま

    kama

    onyomi

    fu

    Parts

    Father King

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1720

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Aid, Lend support to

    Reading

    kunyomiたす

    tasu

    onyomi

    fu

    Parts

    Hand (手)Man, Husband

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1831

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Proceed to

    Reading

    kunyomiおもむ

    omomu

    onyomi

    fu

    Parts

    Run Divination

    Example Word

    赴く: go or proceed. The Japanese verb '赴く (おもむく)' primarily means 'to go' or 'to proceed' towards a specific destination or situation, often implying a sense of purpose or inevitability. It is commonly used in formal or literary contexts to describe moving towards a place, role, or state. For example: He went to the battlefield「彼は戦場に赴いた」(かれはせんじょうにおもむいた). She proceeded to her new job「彼女は新しい仕事に赴いた」(かのじょはあたらしいしごとにおもむいた). The verb can also carry a nuanced sense of moving towards a fate or outcome, as in '赴く運命 (おもむくうんめい) (destined fate)'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1845

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Musical score, Systematic record

    Reading

    onyomi

    fu

    Parts

    Say (言)Universal, Widespread

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    19

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1911

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Levy, Installment

    Reading

    onyomi

    fu

    bu

    Parts

    Shellfish Military

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1980

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Mound

    Reading

    kunyomiおか

    oka

    onyomi

    fu

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    2071

    Radical Forms

    ⻏, 阝

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Obituary

    Reading

    kunyomiしらせ

    shirase

    onyomi

    fu

    Parts

    Say (言)Divination

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    2128

    Handwriting