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ご go

 

    kanji

    Meaning

    After, Behind

    Reading

    kunyomiうし

    ushi

    のち

    nochi

    onyomi

    go

    こう

    kou

    Parts

    Stop Late Slight

    Example Word

    午後: afternoon. The Japanese noun '午後 (ごご)' refers to the time period of the 'afternoon'. It is commonly used to indicate the time of day from around 12:00 PM (noon) until evening, typically around 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM. This word is often used in schedules, appointments, or when specifying time. For example: I have a meeting in the afternoon「午後に会議があります」(ごごにかいぎがあります). Let's meet at 3 PM in the afternoon「午後3時に会いましょう」(ごごさんじにあいましょう). Note that '午後' is often paired with specific times, such as '午後2時 (ごごにじ)' for 2:00 PM.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    45

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Honorable, General honorific term

    Reading

    kunyomi

    o

    おん

    on

    onyomi

    go

    ぎょ

    gyo

    Parts

    Stop Wholesale

    Example Word

    御負け: bonus. The Japanese noun '御負け (おまけ)' refers to something extra or a bonus given to a customer, often as a promotional item or a free addition to a purchase. It is commonly used in retail and marketing contexts. For example: The store gave me a bonus「店が御負けをくれた」(みせがおまけをくれた). This product comes with a bonus「この商品には御負けがついている」(このしょうひんにはおまけがついている). The term can also imply a small gift or an additional benefit, enhancing the value of the main product.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    54

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Five

    Reading

    kunyomiいつ

    itsu

    onyomi

    go

    Parts

    Down (下)Katakana yu

    Example Word

    五日: five days or fifth. The Japanese noun '五日 (いつか)' can mean 'fifth' or 'five days'. When referring to the 'fifth', it is often used in the context of dates, such as the fifth day of the month. For example: today is the fifth「今日は五日です」(きょうはいつかです). When referring to 'five days', it can be used to indicate a duration. For example: I will stay for five days「五日間滞在します」(いつかかんたいざいします). The reading 'いつか' is important to distinguish this word from the homophone 'いつか' which means 'someday'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    4

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    55

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Language, Word

    Reading

    kunyomiかた

    kata

    onyomi

    go

    Parts

    Mouth Five Say

    Example Word

    語学: languages. The Japanese noun '語学 (ごがく)' refers to the study or knowledge of languages. It is often used in contexts related to learning or teaching foreign languages, linguistics, or language skills. For example: I study languages at university「大学で語学を勉強しています」(だいがくでごがくをべんきょうしています). She has a talent for languages「彼女は語学の才能がある」(かのじょはごがくのさいのうがある). The term can also imply proficiency in multiple languages or the academic field of linguistics.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    183

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Time, Period

    Reading

    onyomi

    go

    ki

    Parts

    Moon, Month That

    Example Word

    期待: expectation. The Japanese verbal noun '期待 (きたい)' means 'expectation'. It refers to the anticipation or hope that something will happen or be achieved. This word is often used in contexts where someone is looking forward to a positive outcome or result. For example: I have high expectations for the new project「新しいプロジェクトに期待しています」(あたらしいプロジェクトにきたいしています). Don't let down my expectations「私の期待を裏切らないで」(わたしのきたいをうらぎらないで). It can also be used to express anticipation for future events or developments, such as in '期待を込めて (きたいをこめて) (with expectation)'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    511

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Noon

    Reading

    kunyomiうま

    uma

    onyomi

    go

    Parts

    𠂉Person (人)Ten

    Example Word

    午後: afternoon. The Japanese noun '午後 (ごご)' refers to the time period of the 'afternoon'. It is commonly used to indicate the time of day from around 12:00 PM (noon) until evening, typically around 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM. This word is often used in schedules, appointments, or when specifying time. For example: I have a meeting in the afternoon「午後に会議があります」(ごごにかいぎがあります). Let's meet at 3 PM in the afternoon「午後3時に会いましょう」(ごごさんじにあいましょう). Note that '午後' is often paired with specific times, such as '午後2時 (ごごにじ)' for 2:00 PM.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    4

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    753

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Protect, Defend

    Reading

    kunyomiまも

    mamo

    onyomi

    go

    Parts

    Say (言)

    Example Word

    保護: protection. The Japanese verbal noun '保護 (ほご)' means 'protection'. It refers to the act of protecting or safeguarding someone or something from harm, danger, or damage. This term is often used in contexts such as environmental protection, legal protection, or the protection of rights. For example: environmental protection is important「環境保護は大切です」(かんきょうほごはたいせつです). The law provides protection for workers「法律は労働者を保護します」(ほうりつはろうどうしゃをほごします). Note that '保護' is commonly used in formal or official contexts and can be paired with verbs like 'する' to form phrases like '保護する' (to protect).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    20

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    783

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Give, Wu China

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ku

    くれ

    kure

    onyomi

    go

    Example Word

    呉れる: give. The Japanese verb '呉れる (くれる)' means 'to give' and is used when someone gives something to the speaker or someone close to the speaker. It implies a sense of favor or kindness from the giver's side. This verb is often used in casual speech and is conjugated differently from other verbs. For example: He gave me a book「彼は私に本をくれた」(かれはわたしにほんをくれた). My friend gave me a ride「友達が車で送ってくれた」(ともだちがくるまでおくってくれた). Note that 'くれる' is used when the action benefits the speaker or someone in the speaker's in-group, and it is often accompanied by a sense of gratitude.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    800

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Mutual

    Reading

    kunyomiたが

    taga

    onyomi

    go

    Parts

    One Two

    Example Word

    お互い: each other. The Japanese noun 'お互い (おたがい)' means 'each other' or 'mutually'. It is used to describe a reciprocal relationship or action between two or more parties. This word is often used in contexts where people are doing something for or to each other. For example: We should help each other「私たちはお互いを助けるべきです」(わたしたちはおたがいをたすけるべきです). They respect each other「彼らはお互いを尊重します」(かれらはおたがいをそんちょうします). 'お互い' can also imply a sense of shared understanding or commonality, as in 'お互い様 (おたがいさま)', which means 'it's mutual' or 'we're in the same boat'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    4

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    835

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Mistake

    Reading

    kunyomiあやま

    ayama

    onyomi

    go

    Parts

    Say (言)Give, Wu China

    Example Word

    誤解: misunderstanding. The Japanese verbal noun '誤解 (ごかい)' means 'misunderstanding'. It refers to a situation where someone interprets something incorrectly or fails to grasp the true meaning of a statement, action, or situation. This word is often used in contexts where clarity or communication is important, and it can describe both minor and significant misunderstandings. For example: There was a misunderstanding between us「私たちの間に誤解があった」(わたしたちのあいだにごかいがあった). Please don't misunderstand me「私を誤解しないでください」(わたしをごかいしないでください). The word can also be used in formal or informal settings, depending on the context.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    1015

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Spiritually awakened, Comprehension

    Reading

    kunyomiさと

    sato

    onyomi

    go

    Parts

    Example Word

    覚悟: resolve. The Japanese noun '覚悟 (かくご)' refers to a state of mental preparedness or resolve, often in the face of difficulty or danger. It implies a readiness to face challenges or consequences, whether they are physical, emotional, or moral. For example: He faced the challenge with resolve「彼は覚悟を持って挑戦に臨んだ」(かれはかくごをもってちょうせんにのぞんだ). She was prepared for the worst「彼女は最悪の事態に覚悟していた」(かのじょはさいあくのじたいにかくごしていた). This word is often used in contexts where someone is bracing themselves for a tough situation or making a firm decision.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1055

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Go, The game of Go

    Reading

    onyomi

    go

    Parts

    Stone That

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1829

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Enjoyment, Recreation

    Reading

    onyomi

    go

    Parts

    Woman Give, Wu China

    Example Word

    娯楽: entertainment. The Japanese noun '娯楽 (ごらく)' refers to 'entertainment' or 'amusement'. It is used to describe activities or forms of enjoyment that provide pleasure or relaxation. This word is often used in contexts related to leisure, such as movies, games, or recreational activities. For example: watching movies is a form of entertainment「映画を見ることは娯楽です」(えいがをみることはごらくです). This park is a place for entertainment「この公園は娯楽の場所です」(このこうえんはごらくのばしょです). The term can also be used in a broader sense to describe anything that brings joy or diversion from daily routines.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1956

    Handwriting

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