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kanji
知Meaning
Know
Reading
kunyomiしshi
onyomiちchi
Parts
矢Arrow 口Mouth
Example Word
知り合う: meet. The Japanese verb '知り合う (しりあう)' means 'to meet' or 'to get to know someone'. It is used when two or more people become acquainted with each other, often implying the beginning of a relationship or friendship. This verb is commonly used in social contexts and can refer to both casual and formal introductions. For example: I met him at a party「彼とはパーティーで知り合った」(かれとはパーティーでしりあった). We got to know each other through work「私たちは仕事で知り合いました」(わたしたちはしごとでしりあいました). The verb can also be used to describe the process of becoming familiar with someone over time.
Radical
矢
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
40
Handwriting
kanji
地Meaning
Ground
Reading
onyomiじji
ちchi
Parts
土Soil 也To be
Example Word
地下: underground or basement. The Japanese noun '地下 (ちか)' can mean either 'basement' or 'underground', depending on the context. When referring to a building, it typically means 'basement', as in the lower level of a structure. For example: the restaurant is in the basement「レストランは地下にある」(れすとらんはちかにある). When used in a broader sense, it can refer to anything underground, such as subway systems or underground facilities. For example: the train runs underground「電車は地下を走る」(でんしゃはちかをはしる). The word is versatile and context-dependent, so it's important to consider the surrounding text to determine the exact meaning.
Radical
土
Stroke Count
6JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
53
Handwriting
kanji
置Meaning
Put
Reading
kunyomiおo
onyomiちchi
Parts
网 直Straight, Repair
Example Word
位置: position. The Japanese verbal noun '位置 (いち)' means 'position'. It refers to the place or location of something in space or in a particular arrangement. It can also refer to one's status or role in a group or organization. For example: the position of the chair「椅子の位置」(いすのいち). His position in the company is high「彼の会社での位置は高い」(かれのかいしゃでのいちはたかい). This word is often used in contexts involving physical placement, ranking, or situational status.
Radical
网
Stroke Count
13JLPT
N3Grade
4Frequency
198
Handwriting
kanji
治Meaning
Cure, Reign
Reading
kunyomiおさosa
なおnao
onyomiじji
ちchi
Parts
氵Water (水)台Pedestal, Machine
Example Word
自治: autonomy. The Japanese noun '自治 (じち)' refers to 'autonomy' or 'self-governance'. It is commonly used in contexts related to local governance, organizations, or groups managing their own affairs independently. For example: The town has autonomy「その町は自治を持っている」(そのまちはじちをもっている). The university promotes student autonomy「その大学は学生の自治を促進している」(そのだいがくはがくせいのじちをそくしんしている). This term is often used in political, administrative, or organizational contexts to emphasize independence and self-rule.
Radical
水
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N3Grade
4Frequency
317
Handwriting
kanji
致Meaning
Doth, Do humbly
Reading
kunyomiいたita
onyomiちchi
Parts
攵Strike 至Arrive, Climax
Example Word
致す: do. The Japanese verb '致す (いたす)' is a humble form of 'する (to do)'. It is used to express actions in a polite and respectful manner, often when referring to oneself or one's own actions in relation to others. This verb is commonly used in formal situations, business settings, or when speaking to someone of higher status. For example: I will do my best「精一杯致します」(せいいっぱいいたします). I apologize for the inconvenience「ご迷惑をおかけ致します」(ごめいわくをおかけいたします). Note that '致す' is often used in set phrases and expressions, such as 'お願い致します (おねがいいたします) (I humbly request)' or '失礼致します (しつれいいたします) (Excuse me/I'm leaving).'
Radical
至
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
651
Handwriting
kanji
値Meaning
Value, Price
Reading
kunyomiねne
あたいatai
onyomiちchi
Parts
亻Person (人)直Straight, Repair
Example Word
値する: deserve. The Japanese verb '値する (あたいする)' means 'to deserve' or 'to be worthy of'. It is often used to express that something or someone merits a particular outcome, reward, or recognition. This verb is typically used in formal or literary contexts. For example: His efforts deserve praise「彼の努力は賞賛に値する」(かれのどりょくはしょうさんにあたいする). This book is worth reading「この本は読むに値する」(このほんはよむにあたいする). Note that '値する' is often followed by a noun or verb in the dictionary form to indicate what is deserved.
Radical
人
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N3Grade
6Frequency
861
Handwriting
kanji
池Meaning
Pond
Reading
kunyomiいけike
onyomiちchi
Parts
氵Water (水)也To be
Example Word
池: pond. The Japanese noun '池 (いけ)' refers to a 'pond', which is a small body of still water. This word is commonly used to describe natural or artificial ponds found in gardens, parks, or rural areas. It can also be used metaphorically in certain contexts. For example: There is a pond in the park「公園に池がある」(こうえんにいけがある). The koi fish swim in the pond「鯉が池で泳いでいる」(こいがいけでおよいでいる). The word '池' is often associated with tranquility and nature in Japanese culture.
Radical
水
Stroke Count
6JLPT
N2Grade
2Frequency
881
Handwriting
kanji
恥Meaning
Ashamed, Shame
Reading
kunyomiはじhaji
はha
onyomiちchi
Parts
心Heart 耳Ear
Example Word
恥ずかしい: embarrassed or shameful. The Japanese adjective '恥ずかしい (はずかしい)' can mean both 'embarrassed' and 'shameful', depending on the context. When used to describe a person's feelings, it typically means 'embarrassed', as in feeling self-conscious or awkward. For example: I was embarrassed「私は恥ずかしかった」(わたしははずかしかった). When used to describe an action or situation, it can mean 'shameful', as in something that brings disgrace or dishonor. For example: That behavior is shameful「その行動は恥ずかしい」(そのこうどうははずかしい). The nuance of this word often depends on the context, so it's important to pay attention to how it's used in sentences.
Radical
心
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N3Grade
7Frequency
913
Handwriting
kanji
遅Meaning
Slow, Late
Reading
kunyomiおくoku
おそoso
onyomiちchi
Parts
⻌Walk 尸Corpse 羊Sheep
Example Word
遅い: slow or late. The Japanese adjective '遅い (おそい)' has two distinct meanings: 'slow' and 'late'. When used to mean 'slow', it describes something that takes a long time to move, happen, or be completed. For example: This train is slow「この電車は遅い」(このでんしゃはおそい). When used to mean 'late', it refers to something occurring after the expected or usual time. For example: I am late for the meeting「会議に遅い」(かいぎにおそい). The context in which '遅い' is used will determine whether it means 'slow' or 'late'. It is important to note that this adjective can describe both physical speed and timing, depending on the situation.
Radical
辵
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N3Grade
7Frequency
1133
Handwriting
kanji
稚Meaning
Young, Immature
Reading
onyomiちchi
Parts
禾Cereal 隹Bird
Example Word
幼稚園: kindergarten. The Japanese noun '幼稚園 (ようちえん)' refers to a 'kindergarten', which is an educational institution for young children, typically between the ages of 3 and 6, before they enter elementary school. This term is commonly used in Japan to describe preschools that focus on early childhood education. For example: My child goes to kindergarten「私の子供は幼稚園に行きます」(わたしのこどもはようちえんにいきます). The kindergarten is near the park「その幼稚園は公園の近くです」(そのようちえんはこうえんのちかくです). It's important to note that '幼稚園' is distinct from '保育園 (ほいくえん)', which is more like a daycare center for younger children.
Radical
禾
Stroke Count
13JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
1740
Handwriting