Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Onyomi reading
ご go
kanji
後Meaning
After, Behind
Reading
ushi
のちnochi
onyomiごgo
こうkou
Parts
彳Stop 夂Late 幺Slight
Example Word
後ろ: back. The Japanese noun '後ろ (うしろ)' means 'back' and refers to the rear or behind something. It is commonly used to describe the position or direction of something relative to another object or person. For example: The book is behind the chair「本は椅子の後ろにある」(ほんはいすのうしろにある). She stood behind me「彼女は私の後ろに立っていた」(かのじょはわたしのうしろにたっていた). This word can also be used metaphorically to describe something hidden or not immediately visible, such as 'the truth behind the story'「物語の後ろにある真実」(ものがたりのうしろにあるしんじつ).
Radical
彳
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N5Grade
2Frequency
45
Handwriting
kanji
御Meaning
Honorable, General honorific term
Reading
o
おんon
onyomiごgo
ぎょgyo
Parts
彳Stop 卸Wholesale
Example Word
御陰: thanks. The Japanese noun '御陰 (おかげ)' means 'thanks' or 'owing to'. It is used to express gratitude or to indicate that something positive has happened because of someone or something else. It often carries a nuance of appreciation or acknowledgment of help or support. For example: Thanks to you, I succeeded「あなたのおかげで成功しました」(あなたのおかげでせいこうしました). Thanks to the rain, the plants grew well「雨のおかげで植物がよく育ちました」(あめのおかげでしょくぶつがよくそだちました). Note that 'おかげ' can also be used sarcastically to imply that something negative happened because of someone or something, though this usage is less common.
Radical
彳
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N3Grade
7Frequency
54
Handwriting
kanji
五Meaning
Five
Reading
itsu
onyomiごgo
Parts
丅Down (下)ユKatakana yu
Example Word
五百: five hundred. The Japanese noun '五百 (ごひゃく)' means 'five hundred'. It is a specific number used to denote the quantity of 500. This term is often used in contexts involving counting, measurements, or quantities. For example: there are five hundred yen in this wallet「この財布には五百円があります」(このさいふにはごひゃくえんがあります). The library has five hundred books「図書館には五百冊の本があります」(としょかんにはごひゃくさつのほんがあります). It's important to note that '五百' is typically used in formal or written contexts, while in casual conversation, people might simply say '500' or use the more colloquial term '五百 (ごひゃく)'.
Radical
二
Stroke Count
4JLPT
N5Grade
1Frequency
55
Handwriting
kanji
語Meaning
Language, Word
Reading
kata
onyomiごgo
Parts
口Mouth 五Five 言Say
Example Word
言語: language. The Japanese noun '言語 (げんご)' refers to 'language', specifically the system of communication used by a particular community or country. It encompasses spoken, written, and signed forms of communication. This term is often used in academic, technical, or formal contexts. For example: He studies foreign languages「彼は外国語を勉強しています」(かれはがいこくごをべんきょうしています). The evolution of language is fascinating「言語の進化は魅力的です」(げんごのしんかはみりょくてきです). Note that '言語' is more formal than the more commonly used '言葉 (ことば)', which can also mean 'language' but often refers to words or speech in a more general sense.
Radical
言
Stroke Count
14JLPT
N5Grade
2Frequency
183
Handwriting
kanji
期Meaning
Time, Period
Reading
go
きki
Parts
月Moon, Month 其That
Example Word
期限: deadline. The Japanese noun '期限 (きげん)' refers to a 'deadline' or 'time limit'. It is commonly used in contexts where a specific period or date is set for the completion of a task, submission of documents, or expiration of something. For example: The deadline for the report is tomorrow「レポートの期限は明日です」(レポートのきげんはあしたです). The expiration date of this product is next month「この商品の期限は来月です」(このしょうひんのきげんはらいげつです). This word is often used in formal or professional settings, such as work, school, or legal matters.
Radical
月
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N3Grade
3Frequency
511
Handwriting
kanji
午Meaning
Noon
Reading
uma
onyomiごgo
Parts
𠂉Person (人)十Ten
Example Word
午前: morning or AM. The Japanese noun '午前 (ごぜん)' refers to the time period from midnight to noon, commonly known as 'morning' or 'AM' in English. It is often used in contexts related to time, schedules, or appointments. For example: The meeting is at 10 AM「会議は午前10時です」(かいぎはごぜんじゅうじです). I wake up early in the morning「私は午前中に早く起きます」(わたしはごぜんちゅうにはやくおきます). Note that '午前' is typically used in formal or written contexts, while '朝 (あさ)' is more commonly used in casual speech to refer to the morning.
Radical
十
Stroke Count
4JLPT
N5Grade
2Frequency
753
Handwriting
kanji
護Meaning
Protect, Defend
Reading
mamo
onyomiごgo
Parts
訁Say (言)蒦
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
言
Stroke Count
20JLPT
N1Grade
5Frequency
783
Handwriting
kanji
呉Meaning
Give, Wu China
Reading
ku
くれkure
onyomiご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
口
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N1Grade
9Frequency
800
Handwriting
kanji
互Meaning
Mutual
Reading
taga
onyomiごgo
Parts
一One 二Two 彑
Example Word
交互: alternation. The Japanese noun '交互 (こうご)' refers to the concept of alternation or taking turns. It is used to describe situations where two or more things occur or are done in succession, one after the other. For example: We took turns reading the book「私たちは交互に本を読みました」(わたしたちはこうごに ほんをよみました). The traffic lights alternate between red and green「信号は赤と緑に交互に変わります」(しんごうはあかとみどりにこうごにかわります). This term is often used in contexts involving sequences, patterns, or reciprocal actions.
Radical
二
Stroke Count
4JLPT
N3Grade
7Frequency
835
Handwriting
kanji
誤Meaning
Mistake
Reading
ayama
onyomiごgo
Parts
訁Say (言)呉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
言
Stroke Count
14JLPT
N3Grade
6Frequency
1015
Handwriting
kanji
悟Meaning
Spiritually awakened, Comprehension
Reading
sato
onyomiごgo
Parts
忄 吾
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
心
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
1055
Handwriting
kanji
娯Meaning
Enjoyment, Recreation
Reading
go
Parts
女Woman 呉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
女
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
1956
Handwriting
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