Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Onyomi reading

kanji

Meaning

Theory, Explanation

Reading

Parts

訁Say (言)兑

Example Word

説く: explain. The Japanese verb '説く (とく)' means 'to explain' or 'to expound'. It is often used when someone is elaborating on a concept, theory, or idea in detail. This verb can also imply persuading or convincing someone through explanation. For example: The teacher explained the theory「先生はその理論を説いた」(せんせいはそのりろんをときた). He tried to persuade them with his explanation「彼は説明で彼らを説こうとした」(かれはせつめいでかれらをとこうとした). Note that '説く' is more formal and is often used in academic, philosophical, or persuasive contexts.

Radical

言

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

194

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Tax

Reading

Parts

禾Cereal 兑

Example Word

税: tax. The Japanese noun '税 (ぜい)' refers to 'tax'. This term is used in contexts related to finance, government, and economics, denoting a compulsory financial charge imposed by a government on individuals or entities. It can refer to various types of taxes, such as income tax, sales tax, or property tax. For example: I paid my taxes「私は税を払った」(わたしはぜいをはらった). The government increased the tax rate「政府は税率を上げた」(せいふはぜいりつをあげた). Understanding this term is crucial for discussions about fiscal policy, personal finance, and legal obligations in Japan.

Radical

禾

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1486

Handwriting