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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

    作り出す: create or produce. The Japanese verb '作り出す (つくりだす)' means 'to create' or 'to produce'. It is used to describe the act of bringing something new into existence, whether it be a physical object, an idea, or a situation. This verb often implies a sense of innovation or originality. For example: He created a new recipe「彼は新しいレシピを作り出した」(かれはあたらしいレシピをつくりだした). The artist produced a masterpiece「その芸術家は傑作を作り出した」(そのげいじゅつかはけっさくをつくりだした). It can also be used in a more abstract sense, such as creating a new trend or producing a certain atmosphere.

    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

    左利き: left handed. The Japanese noun '左利き (ひだりきき)' refers to someone who is left-handed. It is used to describe a person's dominant hand preference. For example: my brother is left-handed「私の兄は左利きです」(わたしのあにはひだりききです). She writes with her left hand because she is left-handed「彼女は左利きなので左手で書きます」(かのじょはひだりききなのでひだりてでかきます). This term can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is designed or suited for left-handed people, such as '左利き用のはさみ (ひだりききようのはさみ) (scissors for left-handed people).'

    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

    茶わん: teacup. The Japanese noun '茶わん (ちゃわん)' refers to a 'teacup', specifically a cup used for drinking tea. It is commonly used in the context of traditional Japanese tea ceremonies or everyday tea drinking. The word can also refer to rice bowls in some contexts, but its primary meaning is a teacup. Example sentences: Please pass me the teacup「茶わんを取ってください」(ちゃわんをとってください). This teacup is beautiful「この茶わんはきれいです」(このちゃわんはきれいです).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    361

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Difference

    Reading

    kunyomi

    sa

    onyomi

    sa

    Parts

    Left Sheep

    Example Word

    差し込む: insert or pierce. The Japanese verb '差し込む (さしこむ)' has two primary meanings. The first is 'to insert,' which refers to placing something into a space or slot, such as inserting a key into a lock. For example: He inserted the key into the lock「彼は鍵を差し込んだ」(かれはかぎをさしこんだ). The second meaning is 'to pierce,' which describes something penetrating or passing through, often with force or intensity. For example: The sunlight pierced through the clouds「日光が雲を差し込んだ」(にっこうがくもをさしこんだ). This verb can also be used metaphorically, such as describing pain or emotions piercing through someone. For example: A sharp pain pierced his chest「鋭い痛みが胸を差し込んだ」(するどいいたみがむねをさしこんだ).

    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

    再び: again. The Japanese adverb '再び (ふたたび)' means 'again'. It is used to indicate that something is happening once more or returning to a previous state. This word often carries a slightly formal or literary tone and is commonly used in written language or formal speech. For example: He will try again「彼は再び挑戦する」(かれはふたたびちょうせんする). The leaves turned green again「葉は再び緑になった」(ははふたたびみどりになった). Note that '再び' is often used to describe events or actions that repeat after a significant interval or pause, emphasizing the recurrence of the situation.

    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

    砂浜: beach. The Japanese noun '砂浜 (すなはま)' refers to a sandy beach, specifically the area of the shore covered in sand. It is commonly used to describe coastal areas where sand is the primary feature, often associated with leisure activities like swimming, sunbathing, or playing. For example: The children are playing on the beach「子供たちは砂浜で遊んでいる」(こどもたちはすなはまであそんでいる). The sandy beach stretches far「砂浜が遠くまで続いている」(すなはまがとおくまでつづいている). This word emphasizes the sandy nature of the beach, distinguishing it from rocky or pebbly shores.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    940

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Investigate

    Reading

    onyomi

    sa

    Parts

    Tree, Wood Moreover, Also

    Example Word

    捜査: investigation. The Japanese verbal noun '捜査 (そうさ)' refers to the act of investigating, particularly in a legal or criminal context. It is commonly used to describe police investigations or official inquiries into crimes or incidents. For example: The police are conducting an investigation「警察が捜査をしている」(けいさつがそうさをしている). The investigation into the case is ongoing「その事件の捜査は続いている」(そのじけんのそうさはつづいている). This term is often used in formal or official settings, and it emphasizes the systematic and thorough nature of the investigation.

    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

    閉鎖: closure. The Japanese noun '閉鎖 (へいさ)' means 'closure'. It refers to the act of closing something, such as a facility, business, or system, or the state of being closed. This word is often used in contexts like the closure of a road, a school, or a business. For example: The factory's closure was announced「工場の閉鎖が発表された」(こうじょうのへいさがはっぴょうされた). The road closure caused traffic「道路の閉鎖で渋滞が起きた」(どうろのへいさでじゅうたいがおきた). It can also be used metaphorically, such as the closure of a chapter in life or a project.

    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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