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Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Onyomi reading

たい tai

 

    kanji

    Meaning

    Big

    Reading

    kunyomiおお

    oo

    onyomiだい

    dai

    たい

    tai

    Parts

    One Person

    Example Word

    大戦: great war. The Japanese noun '大戦 (たいせん)' refers to a 'great war' or 'major war'. It is often used in historical contexts to describe large-scale conflicts, such as World War I or World War II. The term emphasizes the magnitude and significance of the conflict. For example: World War II was a great war「第二次世界大戦は大きな戦争だった」(だいにじせかいたいせんはおおきなせんそうだった). The impact of the great war was felt worldwide「大戦の影響は世界中に及んだ」(たいせんのえいきょうはせかいじゅうにおよびました). Note that '大戦' is typically used in formal or historical contexts and is not commonly used in everyday conversation.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    3

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    6

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Body

    Reading

    kunyomiからだ

    karada

    onyomiたい

    tai

    てい

    tei

    Parts

    Person (人)Book, Origin

    Example Word

    解体: dismantling. The Japanese noun '解体 (かいたい)' refers to the act of dismantling or taking something apart, often used in the context of buildings, machinery, or systems. It can also imply deconstruction or breaking down in a more abstract sense. For example: The old building is being dismantled「古い建物が解体されている」(ふるいたてものがかいたいされている). The company is dismantling its outdated system「会社は古いシステムを解体している」(かいしゃはふるいシステムをかいたいしている). This term is commonly used in construction, engineering, and organizational contexts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    115

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Thick, Fat

    Reading

    kunyomiふと

    futo

    onyomiたい

    tai

    ta

    Parts

    Big Dot

    Example Word

    太る: fatten. The Japanese verb '太る (ふとる)' means 'to gain weight' or 'to become fat'. It is used to describe the process of increasing body weight, often due to overeating or lack of exercise. This verb can be used in various contexts, such as describing someone's physical condition or discussing health and diet. For example: I gained weight「太った」(ふとった). She is worried about gaining weight「彼女は太ることを心配している」(かのじょはふとることをしんぱいしている). It's important to note that '太る' is often used in a neutral or negative context, and it can be sensitive when referring to someone's weight.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    4

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    147

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Against

    Reading

    onyomiたい

    tai

    Parts

    Measurement Sentence

    Example Word

    対面: face to face. The Japanese noun '対面 (たいめん)' refers to a situation where two or more people meet or interact directly, face-to-face. It is often used in formal or professional contexts, such as meetings, interviews, or consultations. For example: We had a face-to-face meeting with the client「クライアントと対面で会議をした」(クライアントとたいめんでかいぎをした). The teacher conducted a face-to-face consultation with the student「先生は生徒と対面で相談を行った」(せんせいはせいととたいめんでそうだんをおこなった). This term emphasizes the direct and personal nature of the interaction, as opposed to remote or indirect communication.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    148

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Wait

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ma

    onyomiたい

    tai

    Parts

    Temple Stop

    Example Word

    招待: invitation. The Japanese verbal noun '招待 (しょうたい)' means 'invitation'. It refers to the act of inviting someone to an event, gathering, or occasion. This word is commonly used in formal and informal contexts, such as inviting someone to a party, meeting, or ceremony. For example: I received an invitation to the wedding「結婚式の招待を受けた」(けっこんしきのしょうたいをうけた). Please send an invitation to the guests「ゲストに招待状を送ってください」(ゲストにしょうたいじょうをおくってください). Note that '招待' can also be used as a verb in its stem form, such as '招待する (しょうたいする)', meaning 'to invite'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    241

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Pedestal, Machine

    Reading

    onyomiだい

    dai

    たい

    tai

    Parts

    Private Mouth

    Example Word

    台詞: lines. The Japanese noun '台詞 (せりふ)' refers to the lines or dialogue spoken by a character in a play, movie, or any performance. It can also be used more broadly to refer to what someone says in a particular situation, often implying that the words are scripted or rehearsed. For example: The actor forgot his lines「俳優は台詞を忘れた」(はいゆうはせりふをわすれた). She always has the same lines「彼女はいつも同じ台詞を言う」(かのじょはいつもおなじせりふをいう). This term is commonly used in the context of theater and film, but can also be applied to everyday situations where someone is repeating a familiar or expected statement.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    5

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    364

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Appearance, Condition

    Reading

    kunyomiわざ

    waza

    onyomiたい

    tai

    Parts

    Heart Ability

    Example Word

    状態: condition. The Japanese noun '状態 (じょうたい)' refers to the state or condition of something. It is commonly used to describe the current state of an object, situation, or even a person's health. For example: The condition of the machine is bad「機械の状態が悪い」(きかいのじょうたいがわるい). The patient's condition is stable「患者の状態は安定している」(かんじゃのじょうたいはあんていしている). This word is versatile and can be applied to various contexts, such as physical states, emotional states, or the status of a project.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    393

    Handwriting

    kanji

    退

    Meaning

    Retreat

    Reading

    kunyomiしりぞ

    shirizo

    onyomiたい

    tai

    Parts

    Walk Stopping

    Example Word

    退ける: remove. The Japanese verb '退ける (のける)' means 'to remove' or 'to set aside'. It is often used to describe physically moving something out of the way or figuratively removing an obstacle or problem. For example: Please remove the box「箱を退けてください」(はこをのけてください). He set aside his doubts and moved forward「彼は疑念を退けて前に進んだ」(かれはぎねんをのけてまえにすすんだ). The verb can also imply a sense of decisiveness or determination in removing something. It is commonly used in both casual and formal contexts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    633

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Squad

    Reading

    onyomiたい

    tai

    Parts

    Example Word

    艦隊: fleet. The Japanese noun '艦隊 (かんたい)' refers to a 'fleet', specifically a group of ships, particularly warships, operating together under one command. This term is often used in military or naval contexts. For example: the fleet is approaching「艦隊が接近している」(かんたいがせっきんしている). The admiral commands the fleet「提督が艦隊を指揮する」(ていとくがかんたいをしきする). It can also be used metaphorically to describe a large group of vehicles or objects moving together, though this usage is less common.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    707

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Belt, Wear

    Reading

    kunyomi

    o

    おび

    obi

    onyomiたい

    tai

    Parts

    Thirty Crown Towel

    Example Word

    世帯: household. The Japanese noun '世帯 (せたい)' refers to a 'household', which is a group of people living together in a single dwelling unit, typically sharing resources and responsibilities. This term is often used in official contexts, such as census data, government forms, or social services. For example: The number of households in this city is increasing「この街の世帯数は増えている」(このまちのせたいすうはふえている). Our household consists of four people「私たちの世帯は四人です」(わたしたちのせたいはよにんです). The word can also be used to describe the economic or social unit of a household, such as in '世帯主 (せたいぬし)', meaning 'head of the household'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    743

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Bag, Sack

    Reading

    kunyomiふくろ

    fukuro

    onyomiたい

    tai

    Parts

    Substitute, Era Clothes

    Example Word

    手袋: gloves. The Japanese noun '手袋 (てぶくろ)' means 'gloves'. This word refers to a covering for the hands, typically made of fabric, leather, or other materials, worn for protection or warmth. It is commonly used in everyday conversation, especially during colder seasons. For example: I bought new gloves「新しい手袋を買いました」(あたらいてぶくろをかいました). Please wear gloves when it's cold「寒い時は手袋をしてください」(さむいときはてぶくろをしてください). The word can also be used in specific contexts, such as sports or work gloves, but the primary meaning remains consistent.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1002

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Lend, Loan

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ka

    onyomiたい

    tai

    Parts

    Substitute, Era Shellfish

    Example Word

    貸し出し: lending. The Japanese verbal noun '貸し出し (かしだし)' refers to the act of lending or loaning something, typically items like books, tools, or equipment. It is commonly used in contexts such as libraries or rental services. For example: The library allows lending of books「図書館は本の貸し出しを許可しています」(としょかんはほんのかしだしをきょかしています). This shop offers tool lending「この店は工具の貸し出しをしています」(このみせはこうぐのかしだしをしています). The term emphasizes the temporary transfer of items from one party to another.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    1229

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Replace, Exchange

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ka

    onyomiたい

    tai

    Parts

    Example Word

    両替: exchange. The Japanese verbal noun '両替 (りょうがえ)' refers to the act of exchanging one form of currency for another, such as converting yen to dollars or vice versa. It is commonly used in contexts involving money exchange, such as at banks, airports, or currency exchange offices. For example: I exchanged yen for dollars「円をドルに両替しました」(えんをドルにりょうがえしました). Where can I exchange money?「どこでお金を両替できますか?」(どこでおかねをりょうがえできますか?). This term is specific to currency exchange and does not apply to other types of exchanges.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1355

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Receive

    Reading

    kunyomiいただ

    itada

    onyomiたい

    tai

    Example Word

    頂戴: receive. The Japanese verbal noun '頂戴 (ちょうだい)' is a polite and humble way to say 'receive' or 'accept'. It is often used when asking for something politely or when receiving something from someone of higher status. It can also be used as a humble way to say 'eat' or 'drink'. For example: Please give me that book「その本を頂戴」(そのほんをちょうだい). I received a gift from my teacher「先生からプレゼントを頂戴しました」(せんせいからプレゼントをちょうだいしました). It's important to note that this word is often used in formal or polite situations, and is not typically used in casual conversation.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    17

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1383

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Calm, Peace

    Reading

    onyomiたい

    tai

    Parts

    Water

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1507

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Select

    Reading

    kunyomiにご

    nigo

    おご

    ogo

    よな

    yona

    onyomiたい

    tai

    ta

    Parts

    Water (水)Thick, Fat

    Example Word

    御無沙汰: neglect. The Japanese verbal noun '御無沙汰 (ごぶさた)' refers to the act of neglecting to contact someone or not being in touch for a long time. It is often used in polite expressions to apologize for not having been in contact. For example: I'm sorry for not being in touch「ご無沙汰しております」(ごぶさたしております). It's been a long time since we last met「久しぶりに会いましたね」(ひさしぶりにあいましたね). This term is commonly used in formal or semi-formal contexts to express regret for not maintaining communication.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1551

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Proof, Withstand

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ta

    onyomiたい

    tai

    Parts

    Measurement

    Example Word

    耐える: endure. The Japanese verb '耐える (たえる)' means 'to endure' or 'to withstand'. It is used to describe the ability to tolerate or bear something difficult, such as pain, hardship, or stress. This verb can also imply resilience or patience in the face of challenges. For example: He endured the pain「彼は痛みに耐えた」(かれはいたみにたえた). I can't endure this heat「この暑さに耐えられない」(このあつさにたえられない). Note that '耐える' is often used in contexts involving physical or emotional strain, and it can be paired with particles like 'に' to indicate what is being endured.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1583

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Lazy, Neglect

    Reading

    kunyomiなま

    nama

    おこた

    okota

    onyomiたい

    tai

    Parts

    Heart Pedestal, Machine

    Example Word

    怠ける: neglect or laze. The Japanese verb '怠ける (なまける)' has two distinct meanings. The first meaning is 'to laze' or 'to be idle', referring to avoiding work or effort. For example: He lazed around all day「彼は一日中怠けていた」(かれはいちにちじゅうなまけていた). The second meaning is 'to neglect', implying a failure to fulfill responsibilities or duties. For example: She neglected her studies「彼女は勉強を怠けた」(かのじょはべんきょうをなまけた). The verb can carry a negative connotation, suggesting laziness or irresponsibility depending on the context.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1596

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Stagnate

    Reading

    kunyomiとどこお

    todokoo

    onyomiたい

    tai

    Parts

    Water (水)Belt, Wear

    Example Word

    滞在: stay. The Japanese verbal noun '滞在 (たいざい)' means 'stay'. It refers to the act of staying or residing in a place temporarily, such as during a trip, vacation, or visit. It is commonly used in contexts related to travel, lodging, or temporary residence. For example: I will stay in Tokyo for three days「東京に三日間滞在します」(とうきょうにみっかかんたいざいします). His stay in Japan was very enjoyable「彼の日本での滞在はとても楽しかった」(かれのにほんでのたいざいはとてもたのしかった). The word is often paired with verbs like する (to do) or する予定 (plan to do) to indicate the act of staying.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1708

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Womb, Uterus

    Reading

    onyomiたい

    tai

    Parts

    Meat Pedestal, Machine

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1906

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Piled high

    Reading

    kunyomiうずたか

    uzutaka

    onyomiたい

    tai

    つい

    tsui

    Parts

    Soil Bird

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1999

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Catch up with, Apprehend

    Reading

    onyomiたい

    tai

    Parts

    Walk

    Example Word

    逮捕: arrest. The Japanese verbal noun '逮捕 (たいほ)' means 'arrest'. It refers to the act of taking someone into custody by legal authority, typically in the context of law enforcement. This term is commonly used in legal, news, and everyday contexts when discussing criminal activities or police actions. For example: The police made an arrest「警察が逮捕した」(けいさつがたいほした). He was arrested for theft「彼は窃盗で逮捕された」(かれはせっとうでたいほされた). Note that '逮捕' is often used in formal or serious contexts and is not typically used in casual conversation.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    2029

    Handwriting

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