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ひ hi Jōyō Kanji Practice Quiz

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  • kanji

    Meaning

    Third person pronoun, He

    Reading

    kunyomiかれ

    kare

    かの

    kano

    onyomi

    hi

    Parts

    Stop Skin

    Example Word

    彼方: yonder. The Japanese pronoun '彼方 (かなた)' refers to a distant place or direction, often implying something far away or beyond immediate sight. It carries a poetic or literary nuance and is commonly used in formal or artistic contexts. For example: the stars in yonder sky「彼方の空の星」(かなたのそらのほし). The mountains in the distance「彼方の山々」(かなたのやまやま). This word is often used to evoke a sense of mystery or longing for something unreachable.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    19

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Fly

    Reading

    kunyomi

    to

    onyomi

    hi

    Parts

    Sho, Measuring box

    Example Word

    飛行機: airplane. The Japanese noun '飛行機 (ひこうき)' means 'airplane'. It refers to a powered flying vehicle with fixed wings and a weight greater than that of the air it displaces. This word is commonly used in everyday conversation when discussing travel, transportation, or aviation. For example: I will go to America by airplane「私は飛行機でアメリカに行きます」(わたしはひこうきでアメリカにいきます). The airplane is flying in the sky「飛行機が空を飛んでいます」(ひこうきがそらをとんでいます). It's important to note that '飛行機' specifically refers to airplanes and not other types of aircraft like helicopters or gliders.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    229

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Mistake, Negative

    Reading

    kunyomiあら

    ara

    onyomi

    hi

    Example Word

    非常: emergency. The Japanese adjectival noun '非常 (ひじょう)' primarily means 'emergency'. It is often used in contexts related to urgent or critical situations. For example: emergency exit「非常口」(ひじょうぐち). This word can also be used to describe something as 'extraordinary' or 'unusual', but this usage is less common. For example: extraordinary measures「非常手段」(ひじょうしゅだん). It's important to note that '非常' is often used in formal or official contexts, such as in signs or announcements.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    320

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Sad

    Reading

    kunyomiかな

    kana

    onyomi

    hi

    Parts

    Mistake, Negative Heart

    Example Word

    悲鳴: scream. The Japanese noun '悲鳴 (ひめい)' refers to a scream or shriek, often one that is high-pitched and expresses fear, pain, or surprise. It is commonly used to describe the sound someone makes when they are startled, terrified, or in distress. For example: she let out a scream「彼女は悲鳴を上げた」(かのじょはひめいをあげた). The sound of a scream echoed through the forest「悲鳴が森に響いた」(ひめいがもりにひびいた). This word can also be used metaphorically to describe a situation or event that causes extreme distress or panic, such as 'the stock market's scream (悲鳴) due to the crash'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    415

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Compare, Ratio

    Reading

    kunyomiくら

    kura

    onyomi

    hi

    Example Word

    見比べる: compare. The Japanese verb '見比べる (みくらべる)' means 'to compare'. It is used when examining two or more things side by side to identify similarities or differences. This verb often implies a visual comparison, such as comparing images, objects, or written texts. For example: I compared the two paintings「二つの絵を見比べた」(ふたつのえをみくらべた). She compared the prices at different stores「彼女はいくつかの店の値段を見比べた」(かのじょはいくつかのみせのねだんをみくらべた). The verb can also be used metaphorically to compare abstract concepts or ideas.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    4

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    604

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Secret

    Reading

    kunyomi

    hi

    onyomi

    hi

    Parts

    Cereal Inevitable, Certain

    Example Word

    秘密: secret. The Japanese adjectival noun '秘密 (ひみつ)' means 'secret'. It refers to something that is kept hidden or concealed from others, often because it is private, confidential, or sensitive. This word can be used to describe information, actions, or objects that are not meant to be disclosed. For example: This is a secret「これは秘密です」(これはひみつです). She told me her secret「彼女は秘密を教えてくれた」(かのじょはひみつをおしえてくれた). The word can also be used in compound phrases, such as '秘密の場所 (ひみつのばしょ)' (secret place) or '秘密を守る (ひみつをまもる)' (to keep a secret).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    778

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Skin

    Reading

    kunyomiかわ

    kawa

    onyomi

    hi

    Parts

    Again Divination Cliff

    Example Word

    皮: skin or peel. The Japanese noun '皮 (かわ)' can mean either 'skin' or 'peel', depending on the context. When referring to 'skin', it typically describes the outer layer of a living being, such as human or animal skin. For example: The skin of an apple is red「リンゴの皮は赤い」(りんごのかわはあかい). When referring to 'peel', it describes the outer layer of fruits or vegetables that is often removed before eating. For example: Please peel the potato「ジャガイモの皮をむいてください」(じゃがいものかわをむいてください). The word can also be used metaphorically to describe the outer layer or surface of objects. It's important to note that the context will usually clarify which meaning is intended.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    5

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    796

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Negate

    Reading

    kunyomiいな

    ina

    いや

    iya

    onyomi

    hi

    Parts

    Not Mouth

    Example Word

    拒否: refusal. The Japanese verbal noun '拒否 (きょひ)' means 'refusal' or 'rejection'. It is used to describe the act of refusing or rejecting something, such as a request, proposal, or idea. This term is often used in formal or serious contexts, such as legal, political, or medical situations. For example: The government refused the proposal「政府はその提案を拒否した」(せいふはそのていあんをきょひした). The patient refused the treatment「患者は治療を拒否した」(かんじゃはちりょうをきょひした). It can also be used in everyday situations, such as refusing an invitation or offer. The nuance of '拒否' is often stronger than simply saying 'no', implying a firm or decisive rejection.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    846

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Tire, Exhausted

    Reading

    kunyomiつか

    tsuka

    onyomi

    hi

    Parts

    Sick Skin

    Example Word

    疲れ: fatigue. The Japanese noun '疲れ (つかれ)' means 'fatigue' or 'tiredness'. It refers to the physical or mental state of being exhausted or worn out. This word is commonly used to describe the feeling after exertion, stress, or lack of rest. For example: I feel fatigue「疲れを感じる」(つかれをかんじる). His fatigue is noticeable「彼の疲れが目立つ」(かれのつかれがめだつ). It can also be used in phrases like '疲れが取れる (つかれがとれる)', meaning 'to recover from fatigue'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    959

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Incur, Be subjected to

    Reading

    kunyomiかぶ

    kabu

    こうむ

    koumu

    onyomi

    hi

    Parts

    Skin

    Example Word

    被せる: cover. The Japanese verb '被せる (かぶせる)' means 'to cover' or 'to place something over another object'. It is often used when describing the action of covering something with a lid, a cloth, or another object. For example: She covered the pot with a lid「彼女は鍋に蓋を被せた」(かのじょはなべにふたをかぶせた). He covered the child with a blanket「彼は子供に毛布を被せた」(かれはこどもにもうふをかぶせた). Additionally, '被せる' can also be used metaphorically, such as when blaming someone else for a mistake: They tried to cover the mistake by blaming me「彼らは私に責任を被せようとした」(かれらはわたしにせきにんをかぶせようとした). This verb is transitive and requires a direct object.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    960

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Criticize

    Reading

    onyomi

    hi

    Parts

    Hand (手)Compare, Ratio

    Example Word

    批判: criticism. The Japanese verbal noun '批判 (ひはん)' means 'criticism'. It refers to the act of analyzing and evaluating something, often pointing out its faults or shortcomings. This word is commonly used in contexts such as social commentary, reviews, or discussions where judgment or evaluation is involved. For example: His criticism was harsh「彼の批判は厳しかった」(かれのひはんはきびしかった). The media criticized the government「メディアは政府を批判した」(メディアはせいふをひはんした). Note that '批判' can carry a negative connotation, implying disapproval or fault-finding, but it can also be used neutrally in analytical contexts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    968

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Door, Front door

    Reading

    kunyomiとびら

    tobira

    onyomi

    hi

    Parts

    Door Mistake, Negative

    Example Word

    扉: door. The Japanese noun '扉 (とびら)' refers to a 'door'. This word is often used to describe a door that is more substantial or significant than a regular door, such as a gate, a portal, or the door to a special place. It can be used in both literal and metaphorical contexts. For example: the door to a new world「新しい世界への扉」(あたらしいせかいへのとびら). The heavy wooden door creaked open「重い木の扉がきしみながら開いた」(おもいきのとびらがきしみながらひらいた). The word '扉' carries a sense of importance or transition, often implying a passage to something new or different.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1039

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Expense

    Reading

    kunyomiつい

    tsui

    onyomi

    hi

    Parts

    Shellfish

    Example Word

    学費: tuition. The Japanese noun '学費 (がくひ)' refers to the fees or costs associated with education, specifically tuition. It is commonly used when discussing the expenses for attending school, college, or university. For example: I need to pay my tuition「学費を払わなければならない」(がくひをはらわなければならない). The tuition for this university is expensive「この大学の学費は高い」(このだいがくのがくひはたかい). This word is often used in formal or academic contexts and is essential when discussing educational finances.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    1046

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Avoid, Dodge

    Reading

    kunyomi

    yo

    sa

    onyomi

    hi

    Parts

    Walk

    Example Word

    避難: evacuation. The Japanese verbal noun '避難 (ひなん)' means 'evacuation'. It refers to the act of leaving a place of danger or moving to a safer location, often used in contexts like natural disasters, emergencies, or hazardous situations. For example: The evacuation was completed quickly「避難は迅速に行われた」(ひなんはじんそくにおこなわれた). Please evacuate to the designated area「指定された場所に避難してください」(していされたばしょにひなんしてください). This word is commonly used in public announcements, safety instructions, and disaster preparedness contexts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    16

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1127

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Mean, Lowly

    Reading

    kunyomiいや

    iya

    onyomi

    hi

    Parts

    White 丿Katakana no Ten

    Example Word

    卑しい: vulgar or greedy. The Japanese adjective '卑しい (いやしい)' can mean 'greedy' or 'vulgar'. When used to mean 'greedy', it describes someone who is excessively desirous of wealth or possessions. For example: He is greedy for money「彼は金に卑しい」(かれはかねにいやしい). When used to mean 'vulgar', it describes something or someone that is lacking in refinement or good taste. For example: Her manners are vulgar「彼女のマナーは卑しい」(かのじょのマナーはいやしい). The word carries a negative connotation and is often used to criticize someone's behavior or character.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1213

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Fatten, Fertilize

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ko

    こえ

    koe

    onyomi

    hi

    Parts

    Moon, Month Swirling water

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    1335

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Stone, Monument, Tombstone

    Reading

    kunyomiいしぶみ

    ishibumi

    onyomi

    hi

    Parts

    Stone Mean, Lowly

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1791

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Unfold, Expose

    Reading

    onyomi

    hi

    Parts

    Hand (手)Skin

    Example Word

    披露: announcement. The Japanese noun '披露 (ひろう)' refers to an announcement or a public declaration, often used in formal contexts. It is commonly associated with events where something is revealed or presented to the public, such as a wedding announcement or the unveiling of a new project. For example: The couple made their wedding announcement「カップルは結婚を披露した」(かっぷるはけっこんをひろうした). The company unveiled its new product「会社は新製品を披露した」(かいしゃはしんせいひんをひろうした). This word carries a sense of formality and is often used in ceremonial or official settings.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1885

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Princess, Queen

    Reading

    onyomi

    hi

    Parts

    Woman Oneself

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    6

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1905

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Quit, Dismiss

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ya

    onyomi

    hi

    Parts

    Net Ability

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1932

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Secrete

    Reading

    onyomi

    hi

    ひつ

    hitsu

    Parts

    Water (水)Inevitable, Certain

    Example Word

    分泌: secretion. The Japanese noun '分泌 (ぶんぴつ)' refers to the biological process of secretion, where substances are produced and discharged from a cell, gland, or organ. This term is commonly used in medical and biological contexts. For example: Hormone secretion is important for the body「ホルモンの分泌は体にとって重要です」(ホルモンのぶんぴつはからだにとってじゅうようです). Excessive secretion of oil can cause skin problems「油の過剰分泌は肌トラブルの原因になります」(あぶらのかじょうぶんぴつははだトラブルのげんいんになります).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    2099

    Handwriting