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さ sa Jōyō Kanji Practice Quiz

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  • kanji

    Meaning

    Make

    Reading

    kunyomiつく

    tsuku

    onyomi

    sa

    さく

    saku

    Parts

    Person (人)𠂉Person (人)Two Stick

    Example Word

    作り上げる: complete or fabricate. The Japanese verb '作り上げる (つくりあげる)' has two distinct meanings. The first meaning is 'to complete' or 'to finish creating something', often implying a sense of accomplishment or effort. For example: he completed the sculpture「彼は彫刻を作り上げた」(かれはちょうこくをつくりあげた). The second meaning is 'to fabricate' or 'to concoct', often used in a negative sense to describe creating something false or deceptive. For example: she fabricated a story「彼女は話を作り上げた」(かのじょははなしをつくりあげた). The verb is commonly used in both literal and figurative contexts, and its meaning depends on the situation.

    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

    早速: promptly. The Japanese adverb '早速 (さっそく)' means 'promptly' or 'without delay'. It is used to indicate that something is done immediately or right after a suggestion, request, or opportunity arises. This word conveys a sense of eagerness or readiness to act. For example: I promptly tried the new recipe「早速新しいレシピを試しました」(さっそくあたらしいレシピをためしました). He promptly started working on the project「彼は早速プロジェクトに取り掛かりました」(かれはさっそくぷろじぇくとにとりかかりました). The adverb is often used in both casual and formal contexts to express quick action or response.

    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

    左右: leftright. The Japanese noun '左右 (さゆう)' means 'left and right'. This term is used to refer to the directions of left and right, or to describe something that is influenced or controlled by two opposing forces. It can also be used metaphorically to describe being undecided or influenced by different factors. For example: look to the left and right「左右を見てください」(さゆうをみてください). The decision was influenced by various factors「その決定はさまざまな要因に左右された」(そのけっていはさまざまなよういんにさゆうされた).

    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

    目茶苦茶: chaotic or absurd. The Japanese adjectival noun '目茶苦茶 (めちゃくちゃ)' is used to describe something that is extremely chaotic, disordered, or absurd. It can refer to physical states, situations, or even abstract concepts. For example: The room was in complete chaos「部屋は目茶苦茶だった」(へやはめちゃくちゃだった). His explanation was completely absurd「彼の説明は目茶苦茶だった」(かれのせつめいはめちゃくちゃだった). This word is often used in casual conversation and carries a strong emphasis on the extreme nature of the disorder or absurdity.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    361

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Difference

    Reading

    kunyomi

    sa

    onyomi

    sa

    Parts

    Left Sheep

    Example Word

    差異: difference. The Japanese noun '差異 (さい)' means 'difference'. It refers to a distinction or discrepancy between two or more things. This word is often used in formal or technical contexts to describe variations, gaps, or disparities. For example: there is a difference in opinion「意見に差異がある」(いけんにさいがある). The difference between the two products is clear「二つの製品の差異は明らかだ」(ふたつのせいひんのさいはあきらかだ). Note that '差異' is more formal than other words like '違い (ちがい)', which is more commonly used in everyday conversation.

    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

    検査: inspection. The Japanese verbal noun '検査 (けんさ)' means 'inspection' or 'examination'. It is commonly used in contexts related to checking, testing, or scrutinizing something, such as medical examinations, quality checks, or technical inspections. For example: I had a medical inspection「私は検査を受けました」(わたしはけんさをうけました). The product passed the quality inspection「その製品は品質検査に合格しました」(そのせいひんはひんしつけんさにごうかくしました). This word is often used in formal or technical settings and can be combined with other words to specify the type of inspection, such as '健康検査 (けんこうけんさ)' (health checkup) or '車両検査 (しゃりょうけんさ)' (vehicle inspection).

    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