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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

    今に: soon or eventually. The Japanese adverb '今に (いまに)' can mean 'soon' or 'eventually', depending on the context. It is often used to express that something will happen in the near future or at some point in time, often with a sense of inevitability or anticipation. For example: He will succeed soon「彼は今に成功する」(かれはいまにせいこうする). Eventually, everyone will understand「今にみんながわかる」(いまにみんながわかる). The nuance of '今に' can imply a sense of waiting or expectation, and it is commonly used in both casual and formal contexts.

    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

    年金: pension. The Japanese noun '年金 (ねんきん)' refers to a 'pension', which is a regular payment made during retirement, typically funded by contributions made during one's working years. This term is commonly used in discussions about retirement planning, social security, and financial stability for the elderly. For example: I receive a pension「私は年金をもらっています」(わたしはねんきんをもらっています). The pension system is important for the elderly「年金制度は高齢者にとって重要です」(ねんきんせいどはこうれいしゃにとってじゅうようです). It's important to note that '年金' can refer to both public and private pension schemes.

    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: root. The Japanese noun '根 (ね)' primarily means 'root'. It refers to the part of a plant that grows underground, absorbing water and nutrients. This word can also be used metaphorically to describe the origin or foundation of something, such as a problem or an idea. For example: the roots of the tree are deep「木の根は深い」(きのねはふかい). The root of the problem lies in communication「問題の根はコミュニケーションにある」(もんだいのねはコミュニケーションにある). Note that '根' can also appear in compound words, such as '根本 (こんぽん)', meaning 'foundation' or 'basis'.

    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

    困難: difficulty. The Japanese verbal noun '困難 (こんなん)' means 'difficulty'. It refers to a state of being hard to accomplish, deal with, or overcome. This word is often used to describe challenging situations, problems, or obstacles. For example: overcoming difficulties「困難を乗り越える」(こんなんをのりこえる). The difficulty of the task「その課題の困難」(そのかだいのこんなん). It can also be used in phrases like 'financial difficulties'「財政困難」(ざいせいこんなん). Note that '困難' is a noun and is often used in formal or serious contexts.

    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

    建て: built. The Japanese suffix '建て (だて)' is used to indicate the way something is built or constructed. It is often attached to nouns to describe the type of construction or the material used in building something. For example: a wooden house「木造建ての家」(もくぞうだてのいえ). This building is steel-framed「この建物は鉄骨建てです」(このたてものはてっこつだてです). The suffix can also be used to specify the number of floors in a building, such as in 'three-story building'「三階建ての建物」(さんかいだてのたてもの). It is a versatile suffix that provides specific information about the construction or structure of an object or building.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    583

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Marriage

    Reading

    onyomiこん

    kon

    Parts

    Woman

    Example Word

    離婚: divorce. The Japanese verbal noun '離婚 (りこん)' means 'divorce'. It refers to the legal dissolution of a marriage. This term is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to describe the act of ending a marital relationship. For example: They decided to get a divorce「彼らは離婚することに決めた」(かれらはりこんすることにきめた). Divorce rates are increasing「離婚率が増えている」(りこんりつがふえている). The word can also be used in compound phrases, such as '離婚届 (りこんとどけ)' (divorce papers).

    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

    混む・込む: mix or crowded. The Japanese verb '混む・込む (こむ・こむ)' has two distinct meanings. The first meaning is 'crowded', referring to a place being full of people or things. For example: The train is crowded「電車が混んでいる」(でんしゃがこんでいる). The second meaning is 'mix', referring to combining or blending different elements together. For example: Mix the ingredients well「材料をよく混む」(ざいりょうをよくこむ). It's important to note that the verb can be used in both transitive and intransitive forms, depending on the context.

    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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