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かく kaku

 

    kanji

    Meaning

    Remember, Awake

    Reading

    kunyomi

    sa

    おぼ

    obo

    onyomiかく

    kaku

    Parts

    See

    Example Word

    自覚: awareness. The Japanese noun '自覚 (じかく)' means 'awareness' or 'self-awareness'. It refers to the recognition or understanding of one's own condition, abilities, or responsibilities. This word is often used in contexts where someone becomes conscious of their own state or role. For example: He has no awareness of his own mistakes「彼は自分の間違いに自覚がない」(かれはじぶんのまちがいにじかくがない). She gained awareness of her responsibilities「彼女は自分の責任を自覚した」(かのじょはじぶんのせきにんをじかくした). The word can also be used in a broader sense, such as awareness of societal issues or personal growth.

    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

    乗客: passenger. The Japanese noun '乗客 (じょうきゃく)' refers to a 'passenger', specifically someone who is traveling in a vehicle such as a train, bus, airplane, or ship. This word is commonly used in transportation contexts. For example: The passengers got off the train「乗客は電車を降りた」(じょうきゃくはでんしゃをおりた). There were many passengers on the bus「バスには多くの乗客がいた」(バスにはおおくのじょうきゃくがいた). The word emphasizes the role of the person as someone being transported, rather than the driver or operator of the vehicle.

    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

    録画: recording. The Japanese verbal noun '録画 (ろくが)' refers to the act of recording video or visual content, typically for television, movies, or other media. It is commonly used in contexts involving recording devices, such as DVRs or cameras. For example: I set the recording for the show「番組の録画を設定した」(ばんぐみのろくがをせっていした). The recording failed due to a power outage「停電で録画が失敗した」(ていでんろくががしっぱいした). This term is often used in technical or everyday contexts related to media consumption and storage.

    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

    四つ角: intersection. The Japanese noun '四つ角 (よつかど)' refers to an intersection where two roads or streets cross each other, typically forming a four-way crossing. This term is commonly used in everyday conversation when giving directions or describing locations. For example: Turn right at the intersection「四つ角を右に曲がってください」(よつかどをみぎにまがってください). The store is at the intersection「その店は四つ角にあります」(そのみせはよつかどにあります). The word emphasizes the four-cornered nature of the crossing, making it distinct from other types of intersections.

    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

    格好: appearance or posture. The Japanese verbal noun '格好 (かっこう)' primarily refers to 'appearance' or 'posture'. It is used to describe the way something or someone looks, their style, or their physical stance. For example: His appearance is cool「彼の格好がかっこいい」(かれのかっこうがかっこいい). She has a good posture「彼女は格好がいい」(かのじょはかっこうがいい). The word can also be used in contexts like '格好をつける (かっこうをつける)', which means 'to put on airs' or 'to act in a certain way to impress others'. It is a versatile term often used in both casual and formal settings.

    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

    確立: establishment. The Japanese verbal noun '確立 (かくりつ)' means 'establishment'. It refers to the act of setting up or creating something firmly and securely, such as a system, theory, or organization. This word is often used in formal or professional contexts. For example: the establishment of a new policy「新しい方針の確立」(あたらしいほうしんのかくりつ). The theory was firmly established「その理論は確立された」(そのりろんはかくりつされた). Note that '確立' emphasizes the process of achieving stability or certainty in the creation of something.

    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

    各々: each. The Japanese noun '各々 (おのおの)' means 'each' or 'every one'. It is used to refer to every individual in a group or every item in a collection. This word emphasizes individuality within a collective context. For example: Each person has their own opinion「各々が自分の意見を持っている」(おのおのがじぶんのいけんをもっている). Each student received a book「各々の学生に本が配られた」(おのおのがくせいにほんがくばられた). Note that '各々' is often used in formal or written contexts and can sometimes be replaced with 'それぞれ' in casual speech, though '各々' carries a slightly more formal tone.

    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

    革新: innovation. The Japanese noun '革新 (かくしん)' refers to 'innovation' or a significant change that introduces new methods, ideas, or products. It is often used in contexts related to technology, business, or societal changes. For example: The company is known for its innovation「その会社は革新で知られている」(そのかいしゃはかくしんでしられている). This technology represents a major innovation「この技術は大きな革新を表している」(このぎじゅつはおおきなかくしんをあらわしている). The word emphasizes the introduction of something new and transformative, often leading to improvements or advancements in a particular field.

    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

    拡大: expansion or magnification. The Japanese verbal noun '拡大 (かくだい)' can mean either 'expansion' or 'magnification', depending on the context. When referring to 'expansion', it is often used in contexts like business growth, territorial expansion, or increasing the scope of something. For example: the expansion of the company「会社の拡大」(かいしゃのかくだい). When referring to 'magnification', it is used in contexts like enlarging images or objects, such as in photography or microscopy. For example: the magnification of the image「画像の拡大」(がぞうのかくだい). The word is versatile and can be applied to both physical and abstract concepts.

    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

    核: nucleus or core. The Japanese noun '核 (かく)' has two primary meanings. The first is 'nucleus,' which can refer to the central part of an atom, the nucleus of a cell in biology, or the core of an idea or concept. The second meaning is 'core,' which can refer to the central or most important part of something, such as the core of a fruit or the core of an issue. Example sentences: The nucleus of the cell is essential for life「細胞の核は生命に不可欠です」(さいぼうのかくはせいめいにふかけつです). The core of the problem lies in communication「問題の核はコミュニケーションにあります」(もんだいのかくはコミュニケーションにあります).

    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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