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きん kin

 

    kanji

    Meaning

    Gold

    Reading

    kunyomiかね

    kane

    かな

    kana

    onyomiきん

    kin

    こん

    kon

    Parts

    Whole, All Divide

    Example Word

    金もうけ: moneymaking. The Japanese verbal noun '金もうけ (かねもうけ)' refers to the act of making money or earning a profit. It is often used in contexts where the focus is on generating income, whether through business, investments, or other means. This term can carry a neutral or slightly negative connotation, depending on the context, implying a focus on profit over other considerations. Example sentences: He is only interested in moneymaking「彼は金もうけにしか興味がない」(かれはかねもうけにしかきょうみがない). Moneymaking is not the only goal in life「金もうけだけが人生の目標ではない」(かねもうけだけがじんせいのもくひょうではない).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    113

    Radical Form

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Near

    Reading

    kunyomiちか

    chika

    onyomiきん

    kin

    Parts

    Axe, Catty Walk

    Example Word

    近所: neighborhood. The Japanese noun '近所 (きんじょ)' refers to the area or vicinity near one's home or a specific location. It is commonly used to describe the surrounding area where people live, often implying familiarity and proximity. For example: I often see my neighbor in the neighborhood「近所でよく隣人を見かけます」(きんじょでよくりんじんをみかけます). The neighborhood is very quiet「近所はとても静かです」(きんじょはとてもしずかです). This word can also imply a sense of community or the people living nearby, as in '近所の人 (きんじょのひと) (neighbor/people in the neighborhood)'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    122

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Muscle, Tendon

    Reading

    kunyomiすじ

    suji

    onyomiきん

    kin

    Parts

    Bamboo (竹)

    Example Word

    筋道: logic or sequence. The Japanese noun '筋道 (すじみち)' refers to a logical sequence or a coherent line of reasoning. It is often used to describe a well-structured argument, a clear process, or a systematic approach to solving a problem. For example: His explanation lacks logic「彼の説明には筋道がない」(かれのせつめいにはすじみちがない). Follow the proper sequence「筋道を追ってください」(すじみちをおってください). The word emphasizes the importance of clarity and order in thought or action.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    805

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Diligence

    Reading

    kunyomiつと

    tsuto

    onyomiきん

    kin

    ごん

    gon

    Parts

    Power

    Example Word

    勤め先: workplace. The Japanese noun '勤め先 (つとめさき)' refers to the place where someone is employed or works. It is commonly used to describe one's workplace or office. This term is often used in formal or professional contexts. For example: My workplace is in Tokyo「私の勤め先は東京です」(わたしのつとめさきはとうきょうです). He is looking for a new workplace「彼は新しい勤め先を探しています」(かれはあたらしいつとめさきをさがしています). The term emphasizes the location or institution where one is employed, rather than the act of working itself.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    962

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Ban, Prohibition

    Reading

    onyomiきん

    kin

    Parts

    Show, Indicate Grove

    Example Word

    禁止: prohibition. The Japanese verbal noun '禁止 (きんし)' means 'prohibition' or 'ban'. It is used to indicate that something is not allowed or is forbidden. This word is commonly seen on signs and in rules, such as 'No Smoking' or 'No Entry'. For example: Smoking is prohibited here「ここでは喫煙が禁止されています」(ここではきつえんがきんしされています). Photography is prohibited in this area「このエリアでは撮影が禁止されています」(このエリアではさつえいがきんしされています). The word '禁止' is often used in formal or official contexts to indicate rules or regulations that must be followed.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    1233

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    A wee bit

    Reading

    kunyomiわず

    wazu

    onyomiきん

    kin

    ごん

    gon

    Parts

    Person (人)

    Example Word

    僅か: slightly or barely. The Japanese adverb '僅か (わずか)' is used to indicate a small amount or degree. It can mean 'slightly' or 'barely', depending on the context. This word is often used to emphasize how little or minimal something is. For example: The difference is slight「その違いは僅かだ」(そのちがいはわずかだ). He barely passed the exam「彼は僅かに試験に合格した」(かれはわずかにしけんにごうかくした). Note that '僅か' can also be used as a noun, as in '僅かな時間 (わずかなじかん) (a little time)'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1301

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Neck, Collar

    Reading

    kunyomiえり

    eri

    onyomiきん

    kin

    Parts

    Ban, Prohibition

    Example Word

    襟: collar. The Japanese noun '襟 (えり)' refers to the collar of a piece of clothing, such as a shirt, jacket, or coat. It is commonly used in fashion and everyday conversation to describe the part of clothing that fits around the neck. For example: This shirt has a stiff collar「このシャツは襟が硬い」(このシャツはえりがかたい). I like the design of this collar「この襟のデザインが好きです」(このえりのデザインがすきです). The word can also be used metaphorically to describe something that resembles a collar in shape or position, though this usage is less common.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    18

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1450

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Tense, Tighten

    Reading

    onyomiきん

    kin

    Parts

    Thread

    Example Word

    緊急: urgent. The Japanese adjectival noun '緊急 (きんきゅう)' means 'urgent' and is used to describe situations, matters, or actions that require immediate attention or action. It often conveys a sense of importance and immediacy. For example: This is an urgent matter「これは緊急の事です」(これはきんきゅうのことです). An urgent meeting was held「緊急の会議が開かれました」(きんきゅうのかいぎがひらかれました). The word is commonly used in formal or serious contexts, such as emergencies, official announcements, or critical situations.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1467

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Koto, Harp

    Reading

    kunyomiこと

    koto

    onyomiきん

    kin

    Parts

    Now

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1526

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Towel

    Reading

    onyomiきん

    kin

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    3

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1564

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Equal, Even

    Reading

    onyomiきん

    kin

    Parts

    Soil

    Example Word

    均衡: balance. The Japanese noun '均衡 (きんこう)' means 'balance' or 'equilibrium'. It is often used to describe a state of stability or equal distribution between opposing forces, elements, or conditions. This word is commonly used in contexts such as economics, physics, and everyday life to describe a harmonious or stable state. For example: The balance of power between the two countries is maintained「二つの国の間の力の均衡が保たれている」(ふたつのくにのあいだのちからのきんこうがたもたれている). The ecosystem is in balance「生態系は均衡を保っている」(せいたいけいはきんこうをたもっている). It can also refer to a mental or emotional balance, as in: She regained her emotional balance after the incident「彼女はその出来事の後に感情の均衡を取り戻した」(かのじょはそのできごとのあとにかんじょうのきんこうをとりもどした).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    1699

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Brocade

    Reading

    kunyomiにしき

    nishiki

    onyomiきん

    kin

    Parts

    Gold (金)

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    16

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1753

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Discreet, Respectfully

    Reading

    kunyomiつつし

    tsutsushi

    onyomiきん

    kin

    Parts

    Say (言)

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    17

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1855

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Fungus, Bacteria

    Reading

    onyomiきん

    kin

    Parts

    Grass

    Example Word

    ばい菌: germs. The Japanese noun 'ばい菌 (ばいきん)' refers to 'germs' or 'bacteria'. It is commonly used in everyday conversation to describe harmful microorganisms that can cause illness or infection. This word often carries a negative connotation, as it is associated with dirt, sickness, or uncleanliness. For example: wash your hands to avoid germs「ばい菌を避けるために手を洗いなさい」(ばいきんをさけるためにてをあらいなさい). Germs are everywhere「ばい菌はどこにでもいる」(ばいきんはどこにでもいる). The term is frequently used in health-related contexts, such as hygiene or medical discussions.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1968

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Axe, Catty

    Reading

    onyomiきん

    kin

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    4

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    2067

    Handwriting

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