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Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Onyomi reading

おう ou

 

    kanji

    Meaning

    Sideways

    Reading

    kunyomiよこ

    yoko

    onyomiおう

    ou

    Parts

    Tree, Wood Yellow

    Example Word

    横: side. The Japanese noun '横 (よこ)' primarily means 'side'. It refers to the lateral direction or the space beside something. This word is often used to describe the position of objects or people relative to each other. For example: sit next to me「私の横に座って」(わたしのよこにすわって). The store is next to the station「その店は駅の横です」(そのみせはえきのよこです). Additionally, '横' can sometimes imply a horizontal direction, as opposed to vertical. It is a versatile word used in various contexts to indicate adjacency or lateral positioning.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    324

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    King

    Reading

    onyomiおう

    ou

    Parts

    One Soil

    Example Word

    女王: queen. The Japanese noun '女王 (じょおう)' means 'queen'. It refers to a female monarch or the wife of a king. This term is used in both historical and modern contexts to denote a woman who holds the highest position of power in a monarchy. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a woman who is preeminent in a particular field or domain. Example sentences: The queen is loved by her people「女王は国民に愛されている」(じょおうはこくみんにあいされている). She is the queen of the fashion world「彼女はファッション界の女王だ」(かのじょはファッションかいのじょおうだ).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    4

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    363

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Core, Heart

    Reading

    kunyomiおく

    oku

    onyomiおう

    ou

    Parts

    Rice Big

    Example Word

    奥様: wife. The Japanese noun '奥様 (おくさま)' is a polite and respectful term used to refer to someone else's wife. It is often used in formal or polite contexts, such as when addressing or referring to the wife of a superior, a customer, or someone of higher social status. The term carries a sense of deference and respect. For example: His wife is very kind「奥様はとても優しいです」(おくさまはとてもやさしいです). Please give my regards to your wife「奥様によろしくお伝えください」(おくさまによろしくおつたえください). It is important to note that '奥様' is not typically used to refer to one's own wife; instead, terms like '妻 (つま)' or '家内 (かない)' are more commonly used in such cases.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    382

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Push, Press down

    Reading

    kunyomi

    o

    onyomiおう

    ou

    Parts

    Hand (手)Armor, Shell

    Example Word

    押さえる: suppress or hold. The Japanese verb '押さえる (おさえる)' has two primary meanings. The first is 'to hold' or 'to press down', often used to describe physically holding something in place or restraining it. For example: Hold the paper down while I write「紙を押さえてください」(かみをおさえてください). The second meaning is 'to suppress' or 'to control', used in contexts like suppressing emotions or controlling a situation. For example: He suppressed his anger「彼は怒りを押さえた」(かれはおこりをおさえた). The verb is versatile and can be used in both literal and figurative contexts, making it important to consider the surrounding words for accurate interpretation.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    431

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Journey, Go on

    Reading

    onyomiおう

    ou

    Parts

    Stop Master

    Example Word

    往復: roundtrip. The Japanese noun '往復 (おうふく)' refers to a round trip, meaning going to a destination and returning. It is commonly used in contexts like transportation (e.g., train or plane tickets) or communication (e.g., letters or emails). For example: I bought a round-trip ticket「往復のチケットを買いました」(おうふくのチケットをかいました). The round-trip fare is 5,000 yen「往復料金は5000円です」(おうふくりょうきんはごせんえんです). This word can also metaphorically describe the back-and-forth nature of communication or exchanges.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    573

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Answer, Respond

    Reading

    kunyomiこた

    kota

    onyomiおう

    ou

    Parts

    广Dotted cliff Heart

    Example Word

    相応しい: suitable. The Japanese adjective '相応しい (ふさわしい)' means 'suitable' or 'appropriate'. It is used to describe something that is fitting or proper for a particular situation, person, or context. This word often carries a nuance of being well-matched or deserving. For example: He is suitable for the position「彼はその役職に相応しい」(かれはそのやくしょくにふさわしい). This gift is appropriate for the occasion「この贈り物はその場に相応しい」(このおくりものはそのばにふさわしい). The adjective is commonly used in formal or polite contexts and can describe people, actions, or objects.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    606

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Yellow

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ki

    onyomiこう

    kou

    おう

    ou

    Parts

    Reason Eight One Grass

    Example Word

    黄金: gold. The Japanese noun '黄金 (おうごん)' means 'gold'. This term refers to the precious metal gold, known for its value and luster. It can also be used metaphorically to describe something as valuable or precious as gold. For example: The treasure was made of gold「その宝物は黄金でできていた」(そのたからものはおうごんでできていた). Her hair shone like gold「彼女の髪は黄金のように輝いていた」(かのじょのかみはおうごんのようにかがやいていた). The term is often used in literature and poetry to evoke a sense of richness and beauty.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    699

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Emperor

    Reading

    onyomiこう

    kou

    おう

    ou

    Parts

    King White

    Example Word

    皇帝: emperor. The Japanese noun '皇帝 (こうてい)' refers to an 'emperor', specifically a sovereign ruler of an empire. This term is often used in historical or formal contexts to describe the supreme monarch of a large territory or empire. For example: The emperor ruled the vast empire「皇帝は広大な帝国を治めた」(こうていはこうだいなていこくをおさめた). The emperor's palace was magnificent「皇帝の宮殿は壮大だった」(こうていのきゅうでんはそうだいだった). In modern usage, it is less common but still appears in historical discussions or titles, such as 'Roman Emperor'「ローマ皇帝」(ろーまこうてい).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    782

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Cherry

    Reading

    kunyomiさくら

    sakura

    onyomiおう

    ou

    Parts

    Tree, Wood Small Woman

    Example Word

    桜: cherry blossom. The Japanese noun '桜 (さくら)' refers to the cherry blossom, a flower that holds significant cultural importance in Japan. Cherry blossoms symbolize the transient nature of life due to their brief blooming period. They are celebrated during the spring season with festivals and hanami (flower viewing) parties. Example sentences: The cherry blossoms are beautiful「桜がきれいです」(さくらがきれいです). Let's go see the cherry blossoms「桜を見に行きましょう」(さくらをみにいきましょう).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    1287

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Old man, Venerable old man

    Reading

    kunyomiおきな

    okina

    onyomiおう

    ou

    Parts

    Public Feather

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1320

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Center

    Reading

    onyomiおう

    ou

    Parts

    Big Mouth

    Example Word

    中央: center or middle. The Japanese noun '中央 (ちゅうおう)' primarily means 'center' or 'middle'. It refers to the central part of something, whether it's a physical space, an organization, or a concept. For example: the center of the city「街の中央」(まちのちゅうおう). The middle of the room「部屋の中央」(へやのちゅうおう). It can also be used in a more abstract sense, such as the central government「中央政府」(ちゅうおうせいふ). The word is versatile and can be applied to various contexts where the concept of centrality is relevant.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    5

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    1349

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Europe, Europe

    Reading

    onyomiおう

    ou

    Parts

    District Lack

    Example Word

    欧米: west. The Japanese noun '欧米 (おうべい)' refers to 'the West' or 'Western countries', specifically Europe and America. This term is often used in discussions comparing Eastern and Western cultures, technologies, or philosophies. For example: Western culture is interesting「欧米の文化は面白い」(おうべいのぶんかはおもしろい). I want to study in the West「欧米で勉強したい」(おうべいでべんきょうしたい). The term can also be used in contexts discussing globalization or international relations, highlighting the influence or characteristics of Western societies.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1534

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Beat, Assault

    Reading

    kunyomiなぐ

    nagu

    onyomiおう

    ou

    Parts

    District Pike

    Example Word

    殴る: hit. The Japanese verb '殴る (なぐる)' means 'to hit' or 'to strike', specifically with a fist or hand. It is often used to describe physical violence or a punch. This verb carries a strong connotation of aggression and is typically used in contexts involving conflict or physical altercations. For example: He hit the man「彼はその男を殴った」(かれはそのおとこをなぐった). Don't hit people「人を殴るな」(ひとをなぐるな). The verb can also be used metaphorically, but this is less common. It is important to note that this word is informal and can sound harsh or violent depending on the context.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1892

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Concave, Hollow

    Reading

    kunyomiへこ

    heko

    くぼ

    kubo

    ぼこ

    boko

    onyomiおう

    ou

    Parts

    Open box

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    5

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1922

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Effulgent

    Reading

    kunyomiかがや

    kagaya

    さかん

    sakan

    うつくし

    utsukushi

    onyomiきょう

    kyou

    おう

    ou

    ごう

    gou

    Parts

    Day, Sun King

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    2041

    Handwriting

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