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Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Onyomi reading

こん kon

 

    kanji

    Meaning

    Now

    Reading

    kunyomiいま

    ima

    onyomiこん

    kon

    Parts

    Person One Katakana fu

    Example Word

    今朝: morning. The Japanese noun '今朝 (けさ)' specifically refers to 'this morning'. It is used to talk about events or actions that occurred on the morning of the current day. This word is distinct from other morning-related terms like '朝 (あさ)', which refers to morning in a general sense. For example: I woke up early this morning「今朝は早く起きた」(けさははやくおきた). It was cold this morning「今朝は寒かった」(けさはさむかった). The term '今朝' is often used in daily conversations to specify the timing of events that happened earlier in the day.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    4

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    35

    Handwriting

    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: money or metal. The Japanese noun '金 (かね)' has two primary meanings: 'money' and 'metal'. When referring to 'money', it is used in contexts involving currency, wealth, or financial transactions. For example: I need money「お金が必要です」(おかねがひつようです). When referring to 'metal', it describes the material itself, such as gold, silver, or other metallic substances. For example: This ring is made of metal「この指輪は金属でできています」(このゆびわはきんぞくでできています). The meaning depends heavily on the context in which it is used.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    113

    Radical Form

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Root

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ne

    onyomiこん

    kon

    Parts

    Tree, Wood Stopping

    Example Word

    根本: root or basis. The Japanese noun '根本 (こんぽん)' refers to the 'root' or 'basis' of something. It is often used to describe the fundamental or essential part of an issue, problem, or concept. For example: the root of the problem「問題の根本」(もんだいのこんぽん). We need to address the basis of the issue「問題の根本に取り組む必要がある」(もんだいのこんぽんにとりくむひつようがある). This word is commonly used in both literal and metaphorical contexts, emphasizing the core or foundation of a matter.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    268

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Trouble, Distress

    Reading

    kunyomiこま

    koma

    onyomiこん

    kon

    Parts

    Tree, Wood Box

    Example Word

    困る: trouble. The Japanese verb '困る (こまる)' means 'to be in trouble' or 'to be troubled'. It is used to express a state of difficulty, distress, or inconvenience. This verb often conveys a sense of being at a loss or not knowing what to do in a situation. For example: I am in trouble because I lost my wallet「財布をなくして困っている」(さいふをなくしてこまっている). It can also be used to describe a situation where someone is inconvenienced or bothered by something: It troubles me when people are late「人が遅れると困る」(ひとがおくれるとこまる). The verb is commonly used in everyday conversation to express personal difficulties or challenges.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    515

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Build

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ta

    onyomiけん

    ken

    こん

    kon

    Parts

    Brush

    Example Word

    再建: rebuilding. The Japanese noun '再建 (さいけん)' means 'rebuilding'. It refers to the process of reconstructing or restoring something that has been damaged, destroyed, or fallen into disrepair. This term is often used in contexts such as rebuilding structures, organizations, or systems. For example: the rebuilding of the city after the earthquake「地震の後の街の再建」(じしんのあとのまちのさいけん). The company is undergoing rebuilding「会社は再建中です」(かいしゃはさいけんちゅうです). It can also be used metaphorically, such as rebuilding trust or relationships.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    583

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Marriage

    Reading

    onyomiこん

    kon

    Parts

    Woman

    Example Word

    婚約: engagement. The Japanese verbal noun '婚約 (こんやく)' refers to the state of being engaged to be married. It is used to describe the formal agreement or promise to marry someone. This term is often used in formal contexts, such as announcing an engagement or discussing marriage plans. For example: They announced their engagement「彼らは婚約を発表した」(かれらはこんやくをはっぴょうした). She broke off her engagement「彼女は婚約を解消した」(かのじょはこんやくをかいしょうした). The word can also be used in compound terms like '婚約指輪 (こんやくゆびわ)' (engagement ring).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    710

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Spirit, Soul

    Reading

    kunyomiたましい

    tamashii

    onyomiこん

    kon

    Parts

    Demon, Ogre Say

    Example Word

    魂: soul. The Japanese noun '魂 (たましい)' refers to the 'soul' or 'spirit' of a living being. It is often used in a spiritual or philosophical context to describe the essence of a person or creature that transcends physical existence. This word can also imply the core of one's emotions, will, or vitality. For example: Her soul is pure「彼女の魂は純粋だ」(かのじょのたましいはじゅんすいだ). The warrior's spirit never dies「戦士の魂は決して死なない」(せんしのたましいはけっしてしなない). The word can also be used metaphorically to describe the essence or spirit of something non-living, such as art or culture.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    895

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Mix

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ma

    onyomiこん

    kon

    Parts

    Water (水)Descendants, Insects

    Example Word

    混乱: confusion. The Japanese verbal noun '混乱 (こんらん)' means 'confusion'. It refers to a state of disorder, chaos, or disarray, often in situations where things are not clear or organized. This word is commonly used to describe situations, emotions, or systems that are in a state of turmoil. For example: The meeting ended in confusion「会議は混乱して終わった」(かいぎはこんらんしておわった). The city was in chaos after the earthquake「地震の後、街は混乱していた」(じしんのあと、まちはこんらんしていた). It can also describe mental confusion, such as: I was confused by the sudden change「急な変化に混乱した」(きゅうなへんかにこんらんした).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    1009

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Grudge

    Reading

    kunyomiうら

    ura

    onyomiこん

    kon

    Parts

    Stopping

    Example Word

    恨む: resent. The Japanese verb '恨む (うらむ)' means 'to resent' or 'to hold a grudge'. It is used to express feelings of bitterness or anger towards someone due to a perceived wrong or injustice. This verb often conveys a deep, lingering sense of resentment. For example: I resent him for betraying me「彼を裏切られたことを恨む」(かれをうらぎられたことをうらむ). She resents her parents for not understanding her「彼女は両親を理解してくれないことを恨んでいる」(かのじょはりょうしんをりかいしてくれないことをうらんでいる). The verb can also imply a sense of regret or sorrow, depending on the context.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1342

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Offer, Offering

    Reading

    kunyomiたてまつ

    tatematsu

    onyomiけん

    ken

    こん

    kon

    Parts

    South Dog

    Example Word

    貢献: contribution. The Japanese noun '貢献 (こうけん)' means 'contribution'. It refers to the act of contributing to something, such as a cause, project, or society. This word is often used in contexts where someone or something has made a significant positive impact or provided valuable input. For example: His research made a great contribution to science「彼の研究は科学に大きな貢献をした」(かれのけんきゅうはかがくにおおきなこうけんをした). We aim to contribute to the community「私たちは地域に貢献することを目指しています」(わたしたちはちいきにこうけんすることをめざしています). The word can also be used in a broader sense to describe any form of support or assistance that leads to progress or improvement.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1501

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Mark, Foot print

    Reading

    kunyomiあと

    ato

    onyomiこん

    kon

    Parts

    Sick Stopping

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1659

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Cordial, Courteous

    Reading

    kunyomiねんご

    nengo

    onyomiこん

    kon

    Parts

    Heart

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    17

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1694

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Dark blue, Navy

    Reading

    onyomiこん

    kon

    Parts

    Thread Sweet

    Example Word

    紺: navy. The Japanese noun '紺 (こん)' refers to the color 'navy', a deep, dark shade of blue. It is commonly used to describe clothing, fabrics, or other items that are navy-colored. For example: I bought a navy suit「紺のスーツを買いました」(こんのスーツをかいました). The color of the ocean is navy「海の色は紺です」(うみのいろはこんです). This word is often used in fashion and design contexts to specify colors.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1776

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Descendants, Insects

    Reading

    onyomiこん

    kon

    Parts

    Day, Sun Compare, Ratio

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1942

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Reclaim

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ha

    ひら

    hira

    onyomiこん

    kon

    Parts

    Soil

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    16

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    2040

    Handwriting

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