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ち chi Jōyō Kanji Practice Quiz

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  • kanji

    Meaning

    Know

    Reading

    kunyomi

    shi

    onyomi

    chi

    Parts

    Arrow Mouth

    Example Word

    知恵: wisdom. The Japanese noun '知恵 (ちえ)' refers to 'wisdom' or 'intelligence'. It is used to describe the ability to make sound judgments and decisions based on knowledge, experience, and understanding. This word often carries a positive connotation, implying practical or insightful knowledge. For example: Wisdom comes with age「年を取ると知恵がつく」(としをとるとちえがつく). He used his wisdom to solve the problem「彼は知恵を使って問題を解決した」(かれはちえをつかってもんだいをかいけつした). The term can also be used in idiomatic expressions, such as '知恵を絞る (ちえをしぼる)', which means 'to rack one's brains'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    40

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Ground

    Reading

    onyomi

    ji

    chi

    Parts

    Soil To be

    Example Word

    地位: status. The Japanese noun '地位 (ちい)' refers to one's social or professional position, rank, or status. It is often used to describe someone's standing in society, an organization, or a hierarchy. For example: He has a high status in the company「彼は会社で高い地位を持っている」(かれはかいしゃでたかいちいをもっている). She lost her status after the scandal「彼女はスキャンダルの後、地位を失った」(かのじょはすきゃんだるのあと、ちいをうしなった). This word is commonly used in formal or professional contexts to discuss one's role or standing.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    6

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    53

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Put

    Reading

    kunyomi

    o

    onyomi

    chi

    Parts

    Straight, Repair

    Example Word

    処置: measure. The Japanese noun '処置 (しょち)' means 'measure' or 'action taken to deal with a situation'. It is often used in contexts where a problem or issue needs to be addressed, such as in medical, technical, or administrative settings. For example: The doctor took immediate measures「医師はすぐに処置をした」(いしはすぐにしょちをした). We need to take measures to prevent accidents「事故を防ぐための処置が必要だ」(じこをふせぐためのしょちがひつようだ). This word can also imply a sense of urgency or necessity in addressing the situation at hand.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    198

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Cure, Reign

    Reading

    kunyomiおさ

    osa

    なお

    nao

    onyomi

    ji

    chi

    Parts

    Water (水)Pedestal, Machine

    Example Word

    治療: treatment. The Japanese verbal noun '治療 (ちりょう)' means 'treatment' and is commonly used in medical or therapeutic contexts. It refers to the act of treating an illness, injury, or condition to improve or cure it. This word is often used in phrases like '治療を受ける (ちりょうをうける)' (to receive treatment) or '治療が必要 (ちりょうがひつよう)' (treatment is necessary). Example sentences: The doctor recommended treatment「医者は治療を勧めた」(いしゃはちりょうをすすめた). This disease requires immediate treatment「この病気はすぐに治療が必要だ」(このびょうきはすぐにちりょうがひつようだ).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    317

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Doth, Do humbly

    Reading

    kunyomiいた

    ita

    onyomi

    chi

    Parts

    Strike 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

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    651

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Value, Price

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ne

    あたい

    atai

    onyomi

    chi

    Parts

    Person (人)Straight, Repair

    Example Word

    値引き: discount. The Japanese verbal noun '値引き (ねびき)' refers to a reduction in price or a discount. It is commonly used in shopping contexts, negotiations, or when discussing price adjustments. For example: Can you give me a discount?「値引きしてくれませんか?」(ねびきしてくれませんか?). The store offered a 10% discount「その店は10%の値引きをした」(そのみせは10パーセントのねびきをした). This term is often used in business or retail settings to indicate a price reduction, and it can be applied to goods, services, or even bills.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    861

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Pond

    Reading

    kunyomiいけ

    ike

    onyomi

    chi

    Parts

    Water (水)To be

    Example Word

    電池: battery. The Japanese noun '電池 (でんち)' means 'battery'. It refers to a device that stores chemical energy and converts it into electrical energy, commonly used to power electronic devices. This word is widely used in everyday contexts, such as discussing household items or electronics. For example: The battery is dead「電池が切れた」(でんちがきれた). I need to buy a new battery「新しい電池を買う必要がある」(あたらしいでんちをかうひつようがある). The word can also appear in compound terms, such as '乾電池 (かんでんち)' (dry cell battery) or '充電池 (じゅうでんち)' (rechargeable battery).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    6

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    881

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Ashamed, Shame

    Reading

    kunyomiはじ

    haji

    ha

    onyomi

    chi

    Parts

    Heart Ear

    Example Word

    恥: shame. The Japanese noun '恥 (はじ)' means 'shame'. It refers to the painful feeling of humiliation or distress caused by the consciousness of wrong or foolish behavior. This concept is deeply rooted in Japanese culture, where maintaining honor and avoiding shame are highly valued. For example: He felt shame for his actions「彼は自分の行動に恥を感じた」(かれはじぶんのこうどうにはじをかんじた). She couldn't bear the shame「彼女はその恥に耐えられなかった」(かのじょはそのはじにたえられなかった). The word can also be used in expressions like '恥をかく (はじをかく)', which means 'to be embarrassed' or 'to lose face'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    913

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Slow, Late

    Reading

    kunyomiおく

    oku

    おそ

    oso

    onyomi

    chi

    Parts

    Walk Corpse Sheep

    Example Word

    遅れる: late. The Japanese verb '遅れる (おくれる)' means 'to be late' or 'to fall behind'. It is commonly used to describe being late for an event, appointment, or schedule. It can also refer to falling behind in progress or development. For example: I was late for the meeting「会議に遅れた」(かいぎにおくれた). The train is running late「電車が遅れている」(でんしゃがおくれている). Additionally, it can be used metaphorically to describe being behind in terms of technology or trends, as in 'この会社は技術的に遅れている (このかいしゃはぎじゅつてきにおくれている) (This company is technologically behind).'

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1133

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Stupid

    Reading

    kunyomi

    shi

    おろか

    oroka

    onyomi

    chi

    Parts

    Sick Know

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1569

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Young, Immature

    Reading

    onyomi

    chi

    Parts

    Cereal 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

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1740

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Reading

    kunyomiこまか

    komaka

    onyomi

    chi

    Parts

    Doth, Do humbly

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    16

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    2016

    Handwriting