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Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Onyomi reading

かく kaku

 

    kanji

    Meaning

    Remember, Awake

    Reading

    kunyomi

    sa

    おぼ

    obo

    onyomiかく

    kaku

    Parts

    See

    Example Word

    覚える: learn or remember. The Japanese verb '覚える (おぼえる)' primarily means 'to remember' or 'to memorize'. It is used when someone retains information or experiences in their memory. For example: I remember his name「彼の名前を覚えている」(かれのなまえをおぼえている). It can also mean 'to learn' in the sense of acquiring a skill or knowledge. For example: She learned how to swim「彼女は泳ぎ方を覚えた」(かのじょはおよぎかたをおぼえた). The verb is commonly used in everyday conversations and can be applied to both concrete and abstract concepts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    270

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Guest, Customer

    Reading

    onyomiかく

    kaku

    きゃく

    kyaku

    Parts

    Roof Each

    Example Word

    客間: guestroom. The Japanese noun '客間 (きゃくま)' refers to a 'guestroom' or a 'parlor' in a house, specifically a room designated for receiving and entertaining guests. It is a formal space often used for hosting visitors. For example: The guestroom is spacious「客間は広いです」(きゃくまはひろいです). Please wait in the guestroom「客間でお待ちください」(きゃくまでおまちください). This word is commonly used in traditional Japanese homes or settings where hospitality is emphasized.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    356

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Picture

    Reading

    onyomiかく

    kaku

    ga

    Parts

    One Open box Reason

    Example Word

    企画: plan. The Japanese verbal noun '企画 (きかく)' means 'plan' or 'project'. It refers to the act of planning or organizing something, often used in business or creative contexts. For example: We are planning a new project「新しい企画を立てています」(あたらしいきかくをたてています). The event was well planned「そのイベントはよく企画されていた」(そのイベントはよくきかくされていた). This term is commonly used in professional settings to describe the process of developing ideas and strategies for future activities.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    384

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Corner, Angle

    Reading

    kunyomiかど

    kado

    つの

    tsuno

    onyomiかく

    kaku

    Parts

    Wrap Enclosure Soil

    Example Word

    折角: effort. The Japanese adverb '折角 (せっかく)' conveys the idea of something being done with considerable effort, trouble, or difficulty, and often implies that it would be a waste or a shame not to make use of or appreciate the result of that effort. It is commonly used to express the value of taking advantage of an opportunity or to indicate that something was done with a lot of effort, so it should not be wasted. For example: I went to the trouble of making this cake, so please eat it「せっかく作ったケーキだから、食べてください」(せっかくつくったケーキだから、たべてください). Since you've come all this way, you should stay a while「せっかく来たんだから、しばらくいてください」(せっかくきたんだから、しばらくいてください). The nuance of '折角' often carries a sense of regret or disappointment if the effort or opportunity is not utilized.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    389

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Status

    Reading

    onyomiこう

    kou

    かく

    kaku

    Parts

    Tree, Wood Each

    Example Word

    本格的: genuine. The Japanese adjective '本格的 (ほんかくてき)' means 'genuine' or 'authentic'. It is used to describe something that is fully developed, serious, or done in a proper and thorough manner. This word often conveys a sense of seriousness or professionalism in the context it is used. For example: This restaurant serves genuine Italian food「このレストランは本格的なイタリア料理を出す」(このレストランはほんかくてきなイタリアりょうりをだす). He started his training in a serious manner「彼は本格的にトレーニングを始めた」(かれはほんかくてきにトレーニングをはじめた). Note that '本格的' can also imply a sense of being 'full-scale' or 'thorough', depending on the context.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    461

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Certain

    Reading

    kunyomiたし

    tashi

    onyomiかく

    kaku

    Parts

    Stone Bird

    Example Word

    確認: confirmation. The Japanese verbal noun '確認 (かくにん)' means 'confirmation'. It refers to the act of verifying or checking something to ensure its accuracy, correctness, or existence. This word is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, such as in business, daily conversations, or instructions. For example: Please confirm the schedule「スケジュールを確認してください」(スケジュールをかくにんしてください). I confirmed the reservation「予約を確認しました」(よやくをかくにんしました). It can also be used in compound verbs like '確認する (かくにんする)' to mean 'to confirm'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    488

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Each

    Reading

    kunyomiおのおの

    onoono

    onyomiかく

    kaku

    Parts

    Late Mouth

    Example Word

    各自: each. The Japanese noun '各自 (かくじ)' means 'each' or 'each person'. It is used to refer to individuals within a group, emphasizing that each person is responsible for themselves or has their own role. This term is often used in contexts where individual responsibility or action is highlighted. For example: Each person should bring their own lunch「各自、お弁当を持参してください」(かくじ、おべんとうをじさんしてください). Each student must complete their homework「各自、宿題を終わらせなければなりません」(かくじ、しゅくだいをおわらせなければなりません). The word is commonly used in formal or instructional settings.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    6

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    824

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Crane

    Reading

    kunyomiつる

    tsuru

    onyomiかく

    kaku

    Parts

    Bird

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    21

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1064

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Reform, Leather

    Reading

    kunyomiかわ

    kawa

    onyomiかく

    kaku

    Example Word

    変革: reform. The Japanese noun '変革 (へんかく)' means 'reform' or 'transformation'. It refers to a significant change or alteration, often in a system, organization, or society, aimed at improving or modernizing it. This word is commonly used in contexts related to social, political, or organizational changes. For example: The company is undergoing a major reform「その会社は大きな変革を経験している」(そのかいしゃはおおきなへんかくをけいけんしている). We need reform in the education system「教育システムに変革が必要だ」(きょういくシステムにへんかくがひつようだ).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    1100

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Compare, Contrast

    Reading

    onyomiこう

    kou

    かく

    kaku

    Parts

    Car Mix

    Example Word

    比較的: relatively. The Japanese adverb '比較的 (ひかくてき)' means 'relatively'. It is used to indicate that something is being compared to a standard or norm, suggesting that it is somewhat or moderately so in relation to that standard. It often carries a nuance of being more than expected or more than average, but not extremely so. For example: This problem is relatively easy「この問題は比較的簡単だ」(このもんだいはひかくてきかんたんだ). The weather today is relatively warm「今日の天気は比較的暖かい」(きょうのてんきはひかくてきあたたかい). It can be used in both positive and negative contexts, depending on the situation.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1216

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Cabinet

    Reading

    onyomiかく

    kaku

    Parts

    Gate Each

    Example Word

    内閣: cabinet. The Japanese noun '内閣 (ないかく)' refers to the 'cabinet' in a governmental context. It specifically denotes the group of ministers or executives who are responsible for the administration and policy-making of a government. This term is commonly used in political discussions and news reports. For example: The cabinet held a meeting「内閣は会議を開いた」(ないかくはかいぎをひらいた). The prime minister reshuffled the cabinet「首相は内閣を改造した」(しゅしょうはないかくをかいぞうした). The term is often associated with the executive branch of government and is a key component in the political structure of Japan.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    1251

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Separate, Isolate

    Reading

    kunyomiへだ

    heda

    onyomiかく

    kaku

    Parts

    Example Word

    間隔: interval. The Japanese noun '間隔 (かんかく)' refers to an 'interval' or 'gap' between objects, events, or points in time. It is commonly used to describe physical spaces, such as the distance between two objects, or temporal spaces, such as the time between events. For example: The interval between trains is 10 minutes「電車の間隔は10分です」(でんしゃのかんかくはじゅっぷんです). There is a gap between the two buildings「2つの建物の間に間隔がある」(ふたつのたてもののあいだにかんかくがある). This word is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1370

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Expand, Broaden

    Reading

    kunyomiひろ

    hiro

    onyomiかく

    kaku

    Parts

    Hand (手)Wide

    Example Word

    拡張: expansion. The Japanese verbal noun '拡張 (かくちょう)' means 'expansion'. It refers to the act of making something larger or more extensive, often used in contexts such as technology, business, or physical spaces. For example: The company is planning an expansion「会社は拡張を計画している」(かいしゃはかくちょうをけいかくしている). The software supports memory expansion「そのソフトウェアはメモリの拡張をサポートしている」(そのソフトウェアはメモリのかくちょうをサポートしている). This term is commonly used in technical or formal settings and implies growth or extension beyond current limits.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    1396

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Seize, Catch game

    Reading

    kunyomi

    e

    onyomiかく

    kaku

    Parts

    Dog

    Example Word

    獲得: acquisition. The Japanese verbal noun '獲得 (かくとく)' means 'acquisition'. It refers to the act of obtaining or gaining something, often through effort or competition. This word is commonly used in contexts such as acquiring skills, rights, or resources. For example: the acquisition of new technology「新しい技術の獲得」(あたらしいぎじゅつのかくとく). The team worked hard for the acquisition of the championship「チームは優勝の獲得に一生懸命取り組んだ」(チームはゆうしょうのかくとくにいっしょうけんめいとりくんだ). It can also be used in abstract contexts, such as acquiring knowledge or rights.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    16

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1580

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Shell, Husk

    Reading

    kunyomiから

    kara

    がら

    gara

    onyomiこく

    koku

    ばい

    bai

    かく

    kaku

    Parts

    Pike

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1804

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Nucleus

    Reading

    onyomiかく

    kaku

    Parts

    Tree, Wood

    Example Word

    結核: tuberculosis. The Japanese noun '結核 (けっかく)' refers to 'tuberculosis', a serious infectious disease that primarily affects the lungs. It is caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Historically, tuberculosis was a major cause of death worldwide, and it remains a significant health issue in many regions. In Japanese, this term is used in medical contexts and general discussions about health. For example: He was diagnosed with tuberculosis「彼は結核と診断された」(かれはけっかくとしんだんされた). Tuberculosis is a contagious disease「結核は伝染病です」(けっかくはでんせんびょうです). The word is often associated with public health campaigns and medical treatments.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1882

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Enclosure

    Reading

    kunyomiくるわ

    kuruwa

    onyomiかく

    kaku

    Parts

    Receive Mound (阜)

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1894

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Upbraid, Menacing

    Reading

    kunyomiおど

    odo

    onyomiかく

    kaku

    Parts

    Mouth Red

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    17

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1937

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Harvest

    Reading

    onyomiかく

    kaku

    Parts

    Cereal

    Example Word

    収穫: harvest. The Japanese verbal noun '収穫 (しゅうかく)' primarily means 'harvest'. It refers to the process or result of gathering crops from the fields. This word can also be used metaphorically to describe the fruits of one's labor or efforts in a broader sense. For example: The harvest this year was abundant「今年の収穫は豊かだった」(ことしのしゅうかくはゆたかだった). We are looking forward to the harvest of our hard work「私たちの努力の収穫を楽しみにしている」(わたしたちのどりょくのしゅうかくをたのしみにしている). It is important to note that '収穫' is often used in agricultural contexts but can extend to other areas where results or outcomes are gathered.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    18

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1963

    Handwriting

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