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Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Onyomi reading

さ sa

 

    kanji

    Meaning

    Make

    Reading

    kunyomiつく

    tsuku

    onyomi

    sa

    さく

    saku

    Parts

    Person (人)𠂉Person (人)Two Stick

    Example Word

    作曲: composition. The Japanese verbal noun '作曲 (さっきょく)' refers to the act of composing music. It is used to describe the process of creating musical pieces, whether they are songs, symphonies, or other forms of music. This term is often used in contexts related to music production, education, and appreciation. For example: He is famous for his composition「彼は作曲で有名です」(かれはさっきょくでゆうめいです). I enjoy composing music in my free time「私は暇な時に作曲を楽しみます」(わたしはひまなときにさっきょくをたのしみます). The word can also be used in compound forms, such as '作曲家 (さっきょくか)' which means 'composer'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    96

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Early, Fast

    Reading

    kunyomiはや

    haya

    onyomiそう

    sou

    sa

    Parts

    Day, Sun Ten

    Example Word

    早める: hasten. The Japanese verb '早める (はやめる)' means 'to hasten' or 'to speed up'. It is used to describe the action of making something happen sooner or faster than originally planned. This verb can be applied to various contexts, such as time, processes, or events. For example: I hastened the meeting「会議を早めた」(かいぎをはやめた). She hastened her steps「彼女は歩みを早めた」(かのじょはあゆみをはやめた). It's important to note that '早める' is often used when there is a deliberate action to accelerate something.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    6

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    207

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Left

    Reading

    kunyomiひだり

    hidari

    onyomi

    sa

    Parts

    Construction 𠂇Cliff (厂)

    Example Word

    左: left. The Japanese noun '左 (ひだり)' means 'left'. It refers to the direction or side that is opposite of right. This word is commonly used in everyday contexts to indicate direction, position, or orientation. For example: turn left「左に曲がってください」(ひだりにまがってください). The book is on the left「本は左にあります」(ほんはひだりにあります). It can also be used in compound words, such as '左手 (ひだりて)' meaning 'left hand'. Note that '左' is often used in contrast with '右 (みぎ)' meaning 'right'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    5

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    266

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Tea

    Reading

    onyomi

    sa

    ちゃ

    cha

    Parts

    Grass Person Tree, Wood

    Example Word

    喫茶店: coffee shop. The Japanese noun '喫茶店 (きっさてん)' refers to a 'coffee shop' or 'café'. It is a place where people go to drink coffee, tea, and other beverages, often accompanied by light snacks or desserts. Unlike modern cafés, traditional 喫茶店 often have a retro or nostalgic atmosphere. Example sentences: Let's meet at the coffee shop「喫茶店で会いましょう」(きっさてんであいましょう). This coffee shop has delicious cake「この喫茶店はケーキが美味しい」(このきっさてんはケーキがおいしい).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    361

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Difference

    Reading

    kunyomi

    sa

    onyomi

    sa

    Parts

    Left Sheep

    Example Word

    差し出す: offer. The Japanese verb '差し出す (さしだす)' primarily means 'to offer' or 'to present something by extending it towards someone. It is often used in contexts where something is handed over or extended, such as offering a document, a hand, or an item. For example: He offered his business card「彼は名刺を差し出した」(かれはめいしをさしだした). She offered her hand to help him up「彼女は手を差し出して彼を助けた」(かのじょはてをさしだしてかれをたすけた). The verb can also imply a sense of giving or presenting something formally or politely. Note that the action typically involves physically extending something towards another person.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    547

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Assist, Help

    Reading

    onyomi

    sa

    Parts

    Person (人)Left

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    620

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Again, Twice

    Reading

    kunyomiふたた

    futata

    onyomi

    sa

    さい

    sai

    Parts

    One

    Example Word

    再生: playback or recycling. The Japanese verbal noun '再生 (さいせい)' has two primary meanings. The first meaning is 'playback', referring to the act of playing back audio or video recordings. For example: I listened to the playback of the song「その曲の再生を聞いた」(そのきょくのさいせいをきいた). The second meaning is 'recycling', referring to the process of converting waste materials into reusable materials. For example: Recycling is important for the environment「再生は環境にとって重要だ」(さいせいはかんきょうにとってじゅうようだ). These two meanings are distinct and unrelated, hence both are included as separate meanings.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    6

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    658

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Sand

    Reading

    kunyomiすな

    suna

    onyomi

    sa

    しゃ

    sha

    Parts

    Stone Few

    Example Word

    砂: sand. The Japanese noun '砂 (すな)' means 'sand'. This word refers to the granular material composed of finely divided rock and mineral particles, typically found on beaches, deserts, and riverbeds. It is commonly used in contexts related to nature, construction, or play. For example: the sand is warm「砂は温かい」(すなはあたたかい). Children are playing in the sand「子供たちが砂で遊んでいる」(こどもたちがすなであそんでいる). The word can also be used metaphorically, such as in the phrase '砂のように流れる時間 (すなのようにながれるじかん)' (time flowing like sand), which conveys the fleeting nature of time.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    940

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Investigate

    Reading

    onyomi

    sa

    Parts

    Tree, Wood Moreover, Also

    Example Word

    監査: audit. The Japanese noun '監査 (かんさ)' refers to an 'audit', which is a systematic examination or review of financial records, processes, or systems to ensure accuracy, compliance, or efficiency. This term is commonly used in business, finance, and legal contexts. For example: The company conducted an internal audit「会社は内部監査を行った」(かいしゃはないぶかんさをおこなった). The audit revealed discrepancies in the accounts「監査により帳簿の不一致が明らかになった」(かんさによりちょうぼのふいっちがあきらかになった). It is important to note that '監査' often implies a formal or official review process.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    986

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Sand

    Reading

    kunyomiすな

    suna

    よなげる

    yonageru

    onyomi

    sa

    しゃ

    sha

    Parts

    Water (水)Few

    Example Word

    御無沙汰: neglect. The Japanese verbal noun '御無沙汰 (ごぶさた)' refers to the act of neglecting to contact someone or not being in touch for a long time. It is often used in polite expressions to apologize for not having been in contact. For example: I'm sorry for not being in touch「ご無沙汰しております」(ごぶさたしております). It's been a long time since we last met「久しぶりに会いましたね」(ひさしぶりにあいましたね). This term is commonly used in formal or semi-formal contexts to express regret for not maintaining communication.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1275

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Chain

    Reading

    kunyomiくさり

    kusari

    とざ

    toza

    onyomi

    sa

    Parts

    Gold (金)Shellfish

    Example Word

    鎖: chain. The Japanese noun '鎖 (くさり)' means 'chain'. It refers to a series of connected links, typically made of metal, used for fastening, securing, or pulling objects. This word can also metaphorically represent something that binds or restricts, such as in the context of emotional or societal constraints. Example sentences: The dog is tied with a chain「犬は鎖でつながれている」(いぬはくさりでつながれている). The chain of events led to the accident「一連の出来事が事故につながった」(いちれんのできごとがじこにつながった).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    18

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1621

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Lie, Swindle

    Reading

    kunyomiいつわ

    itsuwa

    onyomi

    sa

    Parts

    Say (言)

    Example Word

    詐欺: fraud. The Japanese noun '詐欺 (さぎ)' means 'fraud'. It refers to the act of deceiving someone for personal gain, often involving money or property. This word is commonly used in legal, financial, and everyday contexts to describe scams, swindles, or dishonest schemes. For example: He was arrested for fraud「彼は詐欺で逮捕された」(かれはさぎでたいほされた). This is a classic case of fraud「これは典型的な詐欺です」(これはてんけいてきなさぎです). The term can also be used in compound words, such as '詐欺師 (さぎし)' (fraudster or con artist).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1987

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Entice, Instigate

    Reading

    kunyomiそそ

    soso

    そそのか

    sosonoka

    onyomi

    sa

    Parts

    Mouth

    Example Word

    示唆: hint. The Japanese noun '示唆 (しさ)' means 'hint' or 'suggestion'. It refers to an indirect indication or clue that implies something without stating it explicitly. This word is often used in formal or intellectual contexts, such as academic discussions, literature, or professional advice. For example: The professor gave a hint about the exam questions「教授は試験問題について示唆を与えた」(きょうじゅはしけんもんだいについてしさをあたえた). Her words contained a subtle suggestion「彼女の言葉には微妙な示唆が含まれていた」(かのじょのことばにはびみょうなしさがふくまれていた). Note that '示唆' is more formal than other words like 'ヒント' (hint) or '暗示' (あんじ, implication), and it often carries a nuanced or sophisticated tone.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1997

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Sprain

    Reading

    kunyomiくじ

    kuji

    onyomi

    sa

    za

    Parts

    Hand (手)

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    2003

    Handwriting

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