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じ ji Jōyō Kanji Practice Quiz

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  • kanji

    Meaning

    Time, Hour

    Reading

    kunyomiとき

    toki

    onyomi

    ji

    Parts

    Day, Sun Temple

    Example Word

    同時: simultaneous. The Japanese noun '同時 (どうじ)' means 'simultaneous' or 'at the same time'. It is used to describe events or actions that occur concurrently. This word is often used in contexts where timing or synchronization is important, such as in technology, events, or daily activities. For example: The two events happened simultaneously「二つのイベントが同時に起こった」(ふたつのイベントがどうじにおこった). We started running at the same time「私たちは同時に走り始めた」(わたしたちはどうじにはしりはじめた). The word can also be used in phrases like '同時通訳 (どうじつうやく)' which means 'simultaneous interpretation'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    14

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Thing

    Reading

    kunyomiこと

    koto

    onyomi

    ji

    Parts

    Hand Barb One Mouth

    Example Word

    炊事: cooking. The Japanese verbal noun '炊事 (すいじ)' refers to the act of cooking or meal preparation, particularly in the context of daily household tasks. It often implies the process of preparing meals, including tasks like washing, cutting, and cooking ingredients. This term is commonly used in domestic settings and can also refer to the overall management of kitchen duties. Example sentences include: I do the cooking every day「毎日炊事をします」(まいにちすいじをします). She is good at cooking「彼女は炊事が上手です」(かのじょはすいじがじょうずです).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    16

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Self

    Reading

    kunyomiみずか

    mizuka

    onyomi

    ji

    shi

    Parts

    Eye 丿Katakana no

    Example Word

    自立: independence. The Japanese noun '自立 (じりつ)' means 'independence'. It refers to the state of being self-reliant or self-sufficient, often in the context of personal, financial, or emotional independence. This word is commonly used to describe someone who can take care of themselves without relying on others. For example: She achieved financial independence「彼女は経済的に自立した」(かのじょはけいざいてきにじりつした). Young people strive for independence「若者は自立を目指す」(わかものはじりつをめざす). The concept of '自立' is highly valued in Japanese society, emphasizing personal responsibility and autonomy.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    6

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    20

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Hold

    Reading

    kunyomi

    mo

    onyomi

    ji

    Parts

    Temple Hand (手)

    Example Word

    持ち上げる: lift. The Japanese verb '持ち上げる (もちあげる)' means 'to lift' or 'to raise something up'. It is commonly used when physically picking up or elevating an object. For example: He lifted the box「彼は箱を持ち上げた」(かれははこをもちあげた). The crane lifted the heavy load「クレーンが重い荷物を持ち上げた」(クレーンがおもいにものをもちあげた). Additionally, '持ち上げる' can be used metaphorically to describe elevating someone's status or praising them excessively, as in: The media lifted him up as a hero「メディアは彼を英雄として持ち上げた」(メディアはかれをえいゆうとしてもちあげた).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    47

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Ground

    Reading

    onyomi

    ji

    chi

    Parts

    Soil To be

    Example Word

    目的地: destination. The Japanese noun '目的地 (もくてきち)' means 'destination'. It refers to the place to which someone or something is going or being sent. This word is commonly used in travel contexts, such as when discussing the endpoint of a journey or trip. For example: The destination is still far away「目的地はまだ遠い」(もくてきちはまだとおい). We arrived at our destination「目的地に着きました」(もくてきちにつきました). The word can also be used metaphorically to describe a goal or objective, though this usage is less common.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    6

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    53

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Next

    Reading

    kunyomi

    tsu

    つぎ

    tsugi

    onyomi

    ji

    shi

    Parts

    Ice (水)Lack

    Example Word

    次回: next. The Japanese noun '次回 (じかい)' means 'next' in the context of an event, episode, or occurrence. It is commonly used to refer to the next instance of something that happens regularly, such as a TV show episode, a meeting, or a scheduled event. For example: see you next time「次回また会いましょう」(じかいまたあいましょう). The next episode will be more exciting「次回のエピソードはもっと面白いです」(じかいのエピソードはもっとおもしろいです). This word is often used in announcements or when discussing future plans.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    6

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    101

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Cure, Reign

    Reading

    kunyomiおさ

    osa

    なお

    nao

    onyomi

    ji

    chi

    Parts

    Water (水)Pedestal, Machine

    Example Word

    自治: autonomy. The Japanese noun '自治 (じち)' refers to 'autonomy' or 'self-governance'. It is commonly used in contexts related to local governance, organizations, or groups managing their own affairs independently. For example: The town has autonomy「その町は自治を持っている」(そのまちはじちをもっている). The university promotes student autonomy「その大学は学生の自治を促進している」(そのだいがくはがくせいのじちをそくしんしている). This term is often used in political, administrative, or organizational contexts to emphasize independence and self-rule.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    317

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Character

    Reading

    kunyomiあざ

    aza

    onyomi

    ji

    Parts

    Child Roof

    Example Word

    活字: type. The Japanese noun '活字 (かつじ)' refers to 'type' in the context of printing or typography. It specifically denotes the individual pieces of metal or wood with raised characters used in traditional printing presses. This term is also used more broadly to refer to printed characters or fonts in modern contexts. For example: This book uses old type「この本は古い活字を使っている」(このほんはふるいかつじをつかっている). I prefer books with clear type「私は読みやすい活字の本が好きだ」(わたしはよみやすいかつじのほんがすきだ). The term can also metaphorically refer to the written word or printed material in general.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    6

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    370

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Temple

    Reading

    kunyomiてら

    tera

    onyomi

    ji

    Parts

    Soil Measurement

    Example Word

    寺院: temple. The Japanese noun '寺院 (じいん)' refers to a 'temple', specifically a Buddhist temple. This term is used to describe a place of worship and practice for Buddhists, often characterized by its architecture, statues, and religious activities. For example: I visited a famous temple「有名な寺院を訪れました」(ゆうめいなじいんをおとずれました). The temple is very old「その寺院はとても古いです」(そのじいんはとてもふるいです). It's important to note that '寺院' is distinct from '神社 (じんじゃ)', which refers to Shinto shrines.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    6

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    408

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Resemble

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ni

    onyomi

    ji

    Parts

    Person (人)By means of

    Example Word

    似せる: imitate. The Japanese verb '似せる (にせる)' means 'to imitate' or 'to make something resemble something else'. It is often used when someone intentionally makes one thing look or act like another. For example: She imitated her teacher's voice「彼女は先生の声に似せた」(かのじょはせんせいのこえににせた). He made the painting resemble a famous artwork「彼はその絵を有名な芸術作品に似せた」(かれはそのえをゆうめいなげいじゅつさくひんににせた). This verb can also be used in contexts where something is designed or altered to mimic another thing, such as in fashion, art, or behavior.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    464

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Ear

    Reading

    kunyomiみみ

    mimi

    onyomi

    ji

    Parts

    One Three Stick

    Example Word

    耳鼻科: otolaryngology. The Japanese noun '耳鼻科 (じびか)' refers to the medical field of otolaryngology, which deals with conditions related to the ear, nose, and throat. This term is commonly used in medical contexts and is often seen on signs or in hospital departments. For example: I went to the otolaryngology department「耳鼻科に行きました」(じびかにいきました). The otolaryngology clinic is on the third floor「耳鼻科の診察室は3階です」(じびかのしんさつしつはさんかいです). This word is a combination of three kanji: 耳 (ear), 鼻 (nose), and 科 (department or field).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    6

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    465

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Show, Indicate

    Reading

    kunyomiしめ

    shime

    onyomi

    ji

    shi

    Parts

    Two Small

    Example Word

    開示: disclosure. The Japanese noun '開示 (かいじ)' means 'disclosure'. It refers to the act of making information, facts, or data known to others, often in a formal or legal context. This term is commonly used in legal, corporate, or administrative settings where transparency is required. For example: The company made a public disclosure of its financial records「会社は財務記録を開示しました」(かいしゃはざいむきろくをかいじしました). The court ordered the disclosure of evidence「裁判所は証拠の開示を命じた」(さいばんしょはしょうこのかいじをめいじた). Note that '開示' is often used in contexts involving legal obligations or ethical transparency.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    5

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    574

    Radical Form

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Child

    Reading

    onyomi

    ni

    ji

    Parts

    Legs Old, Past

    Example Word

    小児: child. The Japanese noun '小児 (しょうに)' refers to a 'child', specifically in the context of young children, often in medical or formal settings. It is commonly used in terms like '小児科 (しょうにか)', which means 'pediatrics'. This word is more formal and clinical compared to everyday terms like '子供 (こども)'. Example sentences: The pediatrician treats children「小児科医は小児を治療する」(しょうにかいはしょうにをちりょうする). This medicine is for children「この薬は小児用です」(このくすりはしょうにようです).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    750

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Word, Resign

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ya

    onyomi

    ji

    Parts

    Tongue Hard, Spicy

    Example Word

    辞任: resignation. The Japanese verbal noun '辞任 (じにん)' means 'resignation'. It refers to the act of stepping down or resigning from a position, role, or responsibility, often used in formal or professional contexts. For example: The president announced his resignation「社長は辞任を発表した」(しゃちょうはじにんをはっぴょうした). She submitted her resignation due to health issues「彼女は健康上の理由で辞任を提出した」(かのじょはけんこうじょうのりゆうでじにんをていしゅつした). This term is commonly used in political, corporate, or organizational settings to describe the voluntary or forced departure from a position.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    941

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Attend to, Samurai

    Reading

    kunyomiさむらい

    samurai

    onyomi

    ji

    Parts

    Person (人)Temple

    Example Word

    侍: samurai. The Japanese noun '侍 (さむらい)' refers to a 'samurai', a member of the warrior class in feudal Japan. Samurai were known for their strict code of honor, discipline, and martial skills. The term is often associated with loyalty, bravery, and the bushido (the way of the warrior). Example sentences: The samurai fought bravely「侍は勇敢に戦った」(さむらいはゆうかんにたたかった). He is a descendant of a samurai family「彼は侍の家系の子孫です」(かれはさむらいのかけいのしそんです). The word can also be used metaphorically to describe someone who embodies the qualities of a samurai, such as honor and discipline.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    961

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Exclude, Remove

    Reading

    kunyomiのぞ

    nozo

    onyomiじょ

    jo

    ji

    Parts

    Excess

    Example Word

    取り除く: remove. The Japanese verb '取り除く (とりのぞく)' means 'to remove' or 'to eliminate'. It is used when taking something away or getting rid of something, whether physically or abstractly. This verb often implies a deliberate action to clear or eliminate an obstacle, problem, or unwanted item. For example: Please remove the dirt from the table「テーブルの汚れを取り除いてください」(テーブルのよごれをとりのぞいてください). We need to remove the obstacles to success「成功の障害を取り除く必要がある」(せいこうのしょうがいをとりのぞくひつようがある). The verb can also be used in a more abstract sense, such as removing doubts or fears.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    1003

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Affection, Mercy

    Reading

    kunyomiいつく

    itsuku

    onyomi

    ji

    Parts

    Heart

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1367

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Feed

    Reading

    kunyomiもち

    mochi

    えさ

    esa

    えば

    eba

    onyomi

    ni

    ji

    Parts

    Eat (食)Ear

    Example Word

    餌: feed or bait. The Japanese noun '餌 (えさ)' has two primary meanings. The first is 'feed', referring to food given to animals, such as pets or livestock. For example: I gave feed to the dog「犬に餌をあげた」(いぬにえさをあげた). The second meaning is 'bait', used in the context of fishing or trapping. For example: He put bait on the hook「彼は針に餌をつけた」(かれははりにえさをつけた). The word is versatile and can be used in both domestic and outdoor settings, depending on the context.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1696

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Magnet, Porcelain

    Reading

    onyomi

    ji

    Parts

    Stone

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    1904

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Nourishing

    Reading

    onyomi

    ji

    Parts

    Water (水)

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    2010

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Briar, Thorn

    Reading

    kunyomiいばら

    ibara

    くさぶき

    kusabuki

    onyomi

    ji

    shi

    Parts

    Grass Next

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    2032

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Two

    Reading

    kunyomiふた

    futa

    そえ

    soe

    onyomi

    ni

    ji

    Parts

    One

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    6

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    2069

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Imperial seal, Emperor's seal

    Reading

    onyomi

    ji

    Parts

    Ball, Jewel

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    19

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    2131

    Handwriting