Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Onyomi reading
そう sou
kanji
相Meaning
Mutual
Reading
ai
onyomiそうsou
しょうshou
Parts
木Tree, Wood 目Eye
Example Word
相談: discussion or consultation. The Japanese verbal noun '相談 (そうだん)' refers to the act of seeking advice, discussing a matter, or consulting with someone. It is commonly used when someone wants to share their concerns or problems and seek guidance or opinions from others. For example: I consulted with my teacher about my future「先生に将来の相談をした」(せんせいにしょうらいのそうだんをした). Let's discuss this matter「この件について相談しましょう」(このけんについてそうだんしましょう). The word can also imply a collaborative effort to resolve an issue or make a decision, often involving mutual understanding and support.
Radical
目
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N3Grade
3Frequency
104
Handwriting
kanji
想Meaning
Concept
Reading
omo
onyomiそうsou
Parts
心Heart 相Mutual
Example Word
予想: expectation or prediction. The Japanese verbal noun '予想 (よそう)' can mean either 'prediction' or 'expectation', depending on the context. It refers to an act of foreseeing or anticipating something that might happen in the future. For example: His prediction was correct「彼の予想は正しかった」(かれのよそうはただしかった). We had high expectations for the event「私たちはそのイベントに高い予想をしていた」(わたしたちはそのイベントにたかいよそうをしていた). It is often used in contexts involving forecasts, such as weather predictions or market trends. The nuance can shift slightly depending on whether the focus is on a calculated guess (prediction) or a hopeful anticipation (expectation).
Radical
心
Stroke Count
13JLPT
N3Grade
3Frequency
206
Handwriting
kanji
早Meaning
Early, Fast
Reading
haya
onyomiそうsou
さsa
Parts
日Day, Sun 十Ten
Example Word
素早い: quick. The Japanese adjective '素早い (すばやい)' means 'quick' or 'swift'. It is used to describe actions, movements, or reactions that are done with speed and agility. This word often carries a nuance of efficiency and precision, not just raw speed. For example: He made a quick decision「彼は素早い決断をした」(かれはすばやいけつだんをした). The cat moved quickly「猫は素早く動いた」(ねこはすばやくうごいた). It can also describe someone who is quick-witted or sharp, as in '素早い返事 (すばやいへんじ) (a quick reply)'.
Radical
日
Stroke Count
6JLPT
N4Grade
1Frequency
207
Handwriting
kanji
草Meaning
Grass
Reading
kusa
onyomiそうsou
Parts
早Early, Fast 艹Grass
Example Word
草木: plants. The Japanese noun '草木 (くさき)' refers to 'plants' in general, including both grasses and trees. It is often used to describe vegetation or greenery in a natural setting. For example: The plants are growing「草木が生えている」(くさきがはえている). The garden is full of plants「庭には草木がいっぱいだ」(にわにはくさきがいっぱいだ). This word is commonly used in contexts related to nature, gardening, or the environment.
Radical
艸
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N3Grade
1Frequency
250
Handwriting
kanji
走Meaning
Run
Reading
hashi
onyomiそうsou
Parts
土Soil 龰Stop (止)
Example Word
走行: travel. The Japanese noun '走行 (そうこう)' refers to the act of traveling or moving, particularly by vehicle. It is commonly used in contexts related to driving, such as measuring the distance a vehicle has traveled or discussing the performance of a vehicle. For example: The car has traveled 10,000 kilometers「その車は10,000キロ走行した」(そのくるまは10,000キロそうこうした). The train's travel speed is high「その電車の走行速度は高い」(そのでんしゃのそうこうそくどはたかい). This term is often used in technical or formal contexts related to transportation.
Radical
走
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
438
Handwriting
kanji
送Meaning
Send
Reading
oku
onyomiそうsou
Parts
⻌Walk 关Close
Example Word
郵送: mailing. The Japanese verbal noun '郵送 (ゆうそう)' means 'mailing' or 'sending by post'. It refers to the act of sending letters, packages, or other items through the postal system. This term is commonly used in formal or business contexts. For example: I will send the documents by mail「書類を郵送します」(しょるいをゆうそうします). Please mail this package to the address「この荷物を住所に郵送してください」(このにもつをじゅうしょにゆうそうしてください). Note that '郵送' is often used in written or formal communication, while '送る (おくる)' is a more general verb for 'to send'.
Radical
辵
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N4Grade
3Frequency
456
Handwriting
kanji
窓Meaning
Window
Reading
mado
onyomiそうsou
Parts
穴Hole 厶Private 心Heart
Example Word
窓口: window or counter. The Japanese noun '窓口 (まどぐち)' has two primary meanings. The first meaning refers to a physical 'window', such as a window in a building or vehicle. The second meaning refers to a 'counter' or service desk, often found in places like banks, post offices, or ticket offices, where transactions or inquiries are handled. For example: Please go to the counter for assistance「窓口でお尋ねください」(まどぐちでおたずねください). The window is open「窓口が開いています」(まどぐちがあいています). The word is commonly used in both literal and service-related contexts, making it versatile in everyday Japanese.
Radical
穴
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N3Grade
6Frequency
478
Handwriting
kanji
宗Meaning
Religion
Reading
sou
しゅうshuu
Parts
宀Roof 示Show, Indicate
Example Word
宗: sect. The Japanese suffix '宗 (しゅう)' means 'sect' and is commonly used in the context of religious or philosophical schools. It refers to a specific branch or tradition within a larger religious or philosophical system. For example, in Buddhism, it is used to denote different sects such as Zen Buddhism (禅宗, ぜんしゅう) or Pure Land Buddhism (浄土宗, じょうどしゅう). The suffix can also be used more broadly to refer to any organized group or school of thought. Example sentences: He belongs to the Zen sect「彼は禅宗です」(かれはぜんしゅうです). This temple is affiliated with the Pure Land sect「この寺は浄土宗です」(このてらはじょうどしゅうです).
Radical
宀
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N1Grade
6Frequency
582
Handwriting
kanji
争Meaning
Dispute
Reading
araso
onyomiそうsou
Parts
⺈Wrap ⺕Hand 亅Barb
Example Word
紛争: conflict. The Japanese noun '紛争 (ふんそう)' refers to 'conflict' or 'dispute'. It is commonly used to describe situations of disagreement, strife, or contention, whether on a personal, social, or international level. This word often appears in contexts involving political, legal, or military conflicts. For example: The two countries are in conflict「二つの国が紛争中です」(ふたつのくにがふんそうちゅうです). The labor dispute has been resolved「労働紛争は解決しました」(ろうどうふんそうはかいけつしました). Note that '紛争' carries a formal tone and is typically used in serious or large-scale situations, distinguishing it from more casual terms like '喧嘩 (けんか)' which refers to smaller-scale arguments or fights.
Radical
亅
Stroke Count
6JLPT
N3Grade
4Frequency
584
Handwriting
kanji
僧Meaning
Bonze, Buddhist priest
Reading
sou
Parts
亻Person (人)曽Formerly
Example Word
僧: monk. The Japanese noun '僧 (そう)' refers to a Buddhist monk, a person who has dedicated their life to religious practice and often lives in a monastery. This term is used in the context of Buddhism and is associated with spiritual and ascetic practices. For example: The monk is meditating「僧が瞑想している」(そうがめいそうしている). I saw a monk at the temple「お寺で僧を見た」(おてらでそうをみた). The term can also be used in compound words, such as '僧侶 (そうりょ)' which also means 'monk' or 'clergy'.
Radical
人
Stroke Count
13JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
698
Handwriting
kanji
倉Meaning
Warehouse
Reading
kura
onyomiそうsou
Parts
亻Person (人)口Mouth 尸Corpse
Example Word
倉庫: warehouse. The Japanese noun '倉庫 (そうこ)' refers to a 'warehouse', a large building used for storing goods. It is commonly used in contexts related to logistics, storage, and business. For example: The warehouse is full「倉庫がいっぱいです」(そうこがいっぱいです). They built a new warehouse「新しい倉庫を建てました」(あたらしいそうこをたてました). The term can also be used metaphorically to describe a place where something is stored in large quantities, such as a 'warehouse of knowledge'「知識の倉庫」(ちしきのそうこ).
Radical
人
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N1Grade
4Frequency
764
Handwriting
kanji
騒Meaning
Clamor, Boisterous
Reading
sawa
onyomiそうsou
Parts
馬Horse 又Again 虫Insect
Example Word
騒音: noise. The Japanese noun '騒音 (そうおん)' refers to 'noise', particularly loud or disturbing sounds. It is commonly used to describe unwanted or disruptive sounds in various contexts, such as environmental noise, construction noise, or noise pollution. For example: The noise from the construction site is unbearable「工事現場の騒音が耐えられない」(こうじげんばのそうおんがたえられない). Please keep the noise down「騒音を抑えてください」(そうおんをおさえてください). This word is often used in formal or technical contexts to describe noise as a problem or nuisance.
Radical
馬
Stroke Count
18JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
776
Handwriting
kanji
装Meaning
Dress, Attire
Reading
yosoo
onyomiそうsou
しょうshou
Parts
衣Clothes 壮Grand, Robust
Example Word
衣装: costume. The Japanese noun '衣装 (いしょう)' refers to 'costume' or 'attire'. It is commonly used to describe clothing worn for specific occasions, performances, or roles, such as traditional outfits, stage costumes, or ceremonial garments. For example: She wore a beautiful costume「彼女は美しい衣装を着ていた」(かのじょはうつくしいいしょうをきていた). The actors changed into their costumes「俳優たちは衣装に着替えた」(はいゆうたちはいしょうにきがえた). This word can also refer to elaborate or decorative clothing in general.
Radical
衣
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N2Grade
6Frequency
812
Handwriting
kanji
層Meaning
Layer
Reading
sou
Parts
尸Corpse 曽Formerly
Example Word
階層: layer or hierarchy. The Japanese noun '階層 (かいそう)' can mean 'hierarchy' or 'layer', depending on the context. When referring to 'hierarchy', it is often used in social, organizational, or class structures. For example: the company has a strict hierarchy「その会社は厳しい階層がある」(そのかいしゃはきびしいかいそうがある). When referring to 'layer', it is used in contexts like geological layers, software layers, or other stratified systems. For example: the earth has many layers「地球は多くの階層がある」(ちきゅうはおおくのかいそうがある). The word is neutral and can be applied to both abstract and concrete structures.
Radical
尸
Stroke Count
14JLPT
N2Grade
6Frequency
850
Handwriting
kanji
総Meaning
General, Total
Reading
sou
Parts
糸Thread 忩
Example Word
総裁: president. The Japanese noun '総裁 (そうさい)' refers to a 'president' or 'chief executive', particularly in the context of organizations, political parties, or institutions. It is often used to denote the highest-ranking leader in a formal or official capacity. For example: He was elected as the president of the party「彼は党の総裁に選ばれた」( かれはとうのそうさいにえらばれた). The president of the company made an important announcement「会社の総裁が重要な発表をした」(かいしゃのそうさいがじゅうようなはっぴょうをした). This term carries a formal tone and is commonly used in political or corporate settings.
Radical
糸
Stroke Count
14JLPT
N2Grade
5Frequency
889
Handwriting
kanji
繰Meaning
Reel, Spin
Reading
ku
onyomiそうsou
Parts
糸Thread 喿
Example Word
繰り返す: repeat. The Japanese verb '繰り返す (くりかえす)' means 'to repeat'. It is used to describe the action of doing something again or multiple times. This verb can be applied to various contexts, such as repeating a task, a phrase, or an event. For example: Please repeat after me「私の後について繰り返してください」(わたしのあとについてくりかえしてください). History repeats itself「歴史は繰り返す」(れきしはくりかえす). The verb can also be used in a more abstract sense, such as repeating a mistake or a pattern. It is important to note that '繰り返す' often implies a deliberate or conscious repetition, rather than something happening by chance.
Radical
糸
Stroke Count
19JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
1030
Handwriting
kanji
創Meaning
Create
Reading
tsuku
onyomiそうsou
Parts
倉Warehouse 刂Sword (刀)
Example Word
創造: creation. The Japanese noun '創造 (そうぞう)' means 'creation'. It refers to the act of bringing something into existence, often used in contexts involving art, innovation, or the universe. For example: the creation of the universe「宇宙の創造」(うちゅうのそうぞう). This word can also imply a sense of originality and imagination, as in: the creation of new ideas「新しいアイデアの創造」(あたらしいアイデアのそうぞう). It is commonly used in both artistic and scientific contexts to denote the process of making something new and unique.
Radical
刀
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N1Grade
6Frequency
1090
Handwriting
kanji
操Meaning
Handle, Chastity
Reading
misao
あやつayatsu
onyomiそうsou
Parts
扌Hand (手)喿
Example Word
操作: operation. The Japanese verbal noun '操作 (そうさ)' primarily means 'operation' or 'manipulation'. It is used to describe the act of handling, controlling, or managing something, such as machinery, systems, or even abstract concepts. For example: operating a machine「機械を操作する」(きかいをそうさする). Manipulating data「データを操作する」(データをそうさする). This word is often used in technical or professional contexts, such as in computing, engineering, or business. It can also imply a sense of control or influence over a situation or person, as in 'manipulating public opinion'「世論を操作する」(よろんをそうさする).
Radical
手
Stroke Count
16JLPT
N1Grade
6Frequency
1230
Handwriting
kanji
葬Meaning
Bury, Burial
Reading
houmu
onyomiそうsou
Parts
艹Grass 死Death 廾Twenty
Example Word
葬式: funeral. The Japanese noun '葬式 (そうしき)' refers to a 'funeral', which is a ceremony or service held to honor and remember a deceased person. This word is commonly used in contexts related to death, mourning, and rituals. It is a formal term and is often associated with traditional Japanese funeral practices, which may include Buddhist or Shinto customs. Example sentences: I attended a funeral yesterday「昨日、葬式に出席しました」(きのう、そうしきにしゅっせきしました). The funeral was very solemn「その葬式はとても厳かでした」(そのそうしきはとてもおごそかでした). Note that '葬式' is a neutral term and does not carry any specific religious connotations unless specified.
Radical
艸
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
1289
Handwriting
kanji
捜Meaning
Search
Reading
saga
onyomiそうsou
Parts
扌Hand (手)田Rice field 又Again
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
手
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N2Grade
9Frequency
1309
Handwriting
kanji
奏Meaning
Play music
Reading
kana
onyomiそ うsou
Parts
禾Cereal
Example Word
演奏: performance. The Japanese verbal noun '演奏 (えんそう)' refers to the act of performing music, typically on an instrument or as part of an ensemble. It is commonly used in contexts involving concerts, recitals, or any musical presentation. For example: The piano performance was beautiful「ピアノの演奏は美しかった」(ぴあののえんそうはうつくしかった). I will attend a violin performance tomorrow「明日、バイオリンの演奏を聴きに行きます」(あした、ばいおりんのえんそうをききにいきます). This word is often associated with formal or artistic settings and emphasizes the act of playing music rather than just listening to it.
Radical
大
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N1Grade
6Frequency
1324
Handwriting
kanji
荘Meaning
Solemn, Villa
Reading
houki
あごそagoso
onyomiそうsou
しょうshou
ちゃんchan
Parts
艹Grass 壮Grand, Robust
Example Word
荘: villa. The Japanese suffix '荘 (しょう)' is used to denote a villa, mansion, or a type of residence, often implying a certain level of elegance or grandeur. It is commonly found in the names of residential buildings, hotels, or estates. For example: a luxurious villa「豪華な荘」(ごうかなしょう). This suffix can also be part of the name of a place, such as a hotel or a resort, indicating a place of lodging or retreat. For instance: staying at a mountain villa「山荘に泊まる」(さんしょうにとまる). The usage of '荘' often conveys a sense of traditional or upscale accommodation.
Radical
艸
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N1Grade
9Frequency
1334
Handwriting
kanji
巣Meaning
Nest
Reading
su
onyomiそうsou
Parts
⺍Small 果Fruit
Example Word
巣: nest. The Japanese noun '巣 (す)' means 'nest'. This word is used to describe the structure built by birds, insects, or other animals to lay eggs or raise their young. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a place where people gather or live, often with a negative connotation. For example: a bird's nest「鳥の巣」(とりのす). The criminal's hideout was like a nest「犯罪者の隠れ家は巣のようだった」(はんざいしゃのかくれがはすのようだった). The word can also be used in compound words, such as '蜘蛛の巣 (くものす)' (spider's web).
Radical
巛
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N1Grade
4Frequency
1373
Handwriting
kanji
双Meaning
Both, Pair
Reading
futa
onyomiそうsou
Parts
又Again
Example Word
双方: both. The Japanese noun '双方 (そうほう)' means 'both' or 'both parties'. It is used to refer to two sides, parties, or aspects of a situation. This term is often used in formal or legal contexts to emphasize the involvement or agreement of two parties. For example: Both parties agreed「双方が同意した」(そうほうがどういした). Both sides are responsible「双方が責任を負う」(そうほうがせきにんをおう). The word is neutral and can be applied to people, groups, or abstract concepts.
Radical
又
Stroke Count
4JLPT
N2Grade
8Frequency
1392
Handwriting
kanji
掃Meaning
Sweep
Reading
ha
onyomiそうsou
Parts
扌Hand (手)帚
Example Word
掃除機: vacuum. The Japanese noun '掃除機 (そうじき)' refers to a 'vacuum cleaner', a device used for cleaning floors and surfaces by suction. It is commonly used in households and workplaces. Example sentences: I bought a new vacuum「新しい掃除機を買いました」(あたらしいそうじきをかいました). Please use the vacuum to clean the room「部屋を掃除するために掃除機を使ってください」(へやをそうじするためにそうじきをつかってください). The word is a combination of '掃除 (そうじ)', meaning 'cleaning', and '機 (き)', meaning 'machine'.
Radical
手
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N2Grade
8Frequency
1455
Handwriting
kanji
爪Meaning
Claw
Reading
tsuma
つめtsume
onyomiそうsou
Example Word
爪切り: nail clipper. The Japanese noun '爪切り (つめきり)' refers to a 'nail clipper', a tool used for trimming fingernails or toenails. It is a compound word combining '爪 (つめ)' meaning 'nail' and '切り (きり)' meaning 'cutter'. This word is commonly used in everyday contexts related to personal grooming. For example: I bought a new nail clipper「新しい爪切りを買いました」(あたらしいつめきりをかいました). Please lend me your nail clipper「爪切りを貸してください」(つめきりをかしてください). The tool is essential for maintaining hygiene and is found in most households.
Radical
爪
Stroke Count
4JLPT
UnknownGrade
10Frequency
1492
Handwriting
kanji
痩Meaning
Thin
Reading
ya
onyomiそうsou
Parts
疒Sick 申Report 又Again
Example Word
痩せる: lose weight. The Japanese verb '痩せる (やせる)' means 'to lose weight' or 'to become thin'. It is used to describe the process of reducing body weight or becoming slimmer. This verb can be used in various contexts, such as describing someone's physical appearance or health. For example: I want to lose weight「痩せたい」(やせたい). She has lost weight recently「彼女は最近痩せた」(かのじょはさいきんやせた). It's important to note that this verb is often used in a neutral or positive context, but it can also imply concern if someone loses too much weight.
Radical
疒
Stroke Count
12JLPT
UnknownGrade
10Frequency
1509
Handwriting
kanji
霜Meaning
Frost
Reading
shimo
onyomiそうsou
Parts
雨Rain 相Mutual
Example Word
霜: frost. The Japanese noun '霜 (しも)' refers to 'frost', which is the thin layer of ice that forms on surfaces when the temperature drops below freezing. This word is often used in weather-related contexts or to describe the natural phenomenon of frost forming on plants, windows, or the ground. For example: The frost is beautiful this morning「今朝の霜は美しい」(けさのしもはうつくしい). The garden was covered in frost「庭が霜で覆われていた」(にわがしもでおおわれていた). Frost can also symbolize coldness or the arrival of winter in poetic or literary contexts.
Radical
雨
Stroke Count
17JLPT
N1Grade
9Frequency
1560
Handwriting
kanji
贈Meaning
Present, Presents
Reading
oku
onyomiぞうzou
そうsou
Parts
貝Shellfish 曽Formerly
Example Word
贈る: give. The Japanese verb '贈る (おくる)' means 'to give' or 'to present'. It is specifically used when giving something as a gift, award, or token of appreciation. This verb carries a nuance of formality and is often used in contexts like giving presents, awards, or donations. For example: I will give a book as a gift「本を贈ります」(ほんをおくります). They gave her a medal「彼らは彼女にメダルを贈った」(かれらはかのじょにメダルをおくった). Note that '贈る' is distinct from other verbs like 'あげる', as it implies a more formal or ceremonial act of giving.
Radical
貝
Stroke Count
18JLPT
N2Grade
7Frequency
1594
Handwriting
kanji
遭Meaning
Encounter, Meet with
Reading
a
onyomiそうsou
Parts
⻌Walk 曹Official
Example Word
遭う: suffer or encounter. The Japanese verb '遭う (あう)' has two distinct meanings. The first meaning is 'to encounter' or 'to meet', often used in the context of encountering something unexpected or undesirable, such as an accident or misfortune. For example: I encountered a traffic jam「渋滞に遭った」(じゅうたいにあった). The second meaning is 'to suffer' or 'to experience', typically referring to experiencing something negative or unfortunate. For example: He suffered a great loss「彼は大きな損失に遭った」(かれはおおきなそんしつにあった). The verb is often used in situations where the encounter or experience is unplanned and usually negative. It is important to note that '遭う' is distinct from the more neutral verb '会う (あう)', which means 'to meet' in a general sense.
Radical
辵
Stroke Count
14JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
1789
Handwriting
kanji
喪Meaning
Loss, Mourn, Mourning
Reading
mo
onyomiそうsou
Parts
口Mouth 衣Clothes
Example Word
喪失: loss. The Japanese noun '喪失 (そうしつ)' means 'loss'. It refers to the state of losing something important, such as a person, object, or abstract concept like hope or identity. This word is often used in emotional or serious contexts, such as grief or significant life changes. For example: the loss of a loved one「愛する人を喪失する」(あいするひとをそうしつする). A sense of loss「喪失感」(そうしつかん). It can also be used in broader contexts, such as the loss of trust「信頼の喪失」(しんらいのそうしつ).
Radical
口
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N1Grade
9Frequency
1811
Handwriting
kanji
爽Meaning
Refreshing
Reading
sawa
onyomiそうsou
Parts
大Big 㸚
Example Word
爽やか: refreshing. The Japanese adjective '爽やか (さわやか)' means 'refreshing'. It is often used to describe something that feels fresh, clear, or invigorating, such as weather, a person's demeanor, or a taste. For example: The morning air is refreshing「朝の空気は爽やかです」(あさのくうきはさわやかです). He has a refreshing personality「彼は爽やかな性格です」(かれはさわやかなせいかくです). This word can also imply a sense of clarity or cleanliness, both physically and emotionally. It is commonly used in positive contexts to describe things that uplift or energize.
Radical
爻
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N1Grade
10Frequency
1832
Handwriting
kanji
挿Meaning
Insert
Reading
sa
onyomiそうsou
Parts
扌Hand (手)
Example Word
挿入: insertion. The Japanese noun '挿入 (そうにゅう)' means 'insertion'. It refers to the act of inserting something into a specific place or position. This word is commonly used in various contexts, such as inserting objects, data, or even scenes in media. For example: the insertion of a key into a lock「鍵の挿入」(かぎのそうにゅう). The insertion of a scene in a movie「映画のシーンの挿入」(えいがのシーンのそうにゅう). It can also be used in medical contexts, such as the insertion of a catheter「カテーテルの挿入」(カテーテルのそうにゅう).
Radical
手
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N1Grade
9Frequency
1852
Handwriting
kanji
燥Meaning
Dry, Parch, Dry up
Reading
hasha
onyomiそうsou
Parts
火Fire 喿
Example Word
乾燥: drying or dryness. The Japanese verbal noun '乾燥 (かんそう)' primarily refers to the state of being dry or the process of drying. It is commonly used in contexts related to weather, food preservation, and materials. For example: The dryness of the air is intense「空気の乾燥が激しい」(くうきのかんそうがはげしい). Drying clothes in the sun「服を乾燥させる」(ふくをかんそうさせる). This word can also be used in scientific or technical contexts, such as in describing the drying process of paint or other substances.
Radical
火
Stroke Count
17JLPT
N2Grade
7Frequency
1939
Handwriting
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- こう kou
- しょう shou
- し shi
- かん kan
- とう tou
- そう sou
- き ki
- きょう kyou
- せい sei
- か ka
- けん ken
- せん sen
- けい kei
- しん shin
- ちょう chou
- さい sai
- じょう jou
- かい kai
- しゅう shuu
- ほう hou
- い i
- はん han
- ふ fu
- てい tei
- よう you
- こ ko
- ぼう bou
- きゅう kyuu
- じ ji
- たい tai
- ひ hi
- えん en
- せき seki
- かく kaku
- たん tan
- ゆう yuu
- しゅ shu
- く ku
- げん gen
- そ so
- りょう ryou
- ちゅう chuu
- おう ou
- しゃ sha
- きん kin
- こん kon
- へい hei
- さ sa
- さん san
- ご go
- すい sui
- どう dou
- ろう rou
- じゅう juu
- そく soku
- ばい bai
- がい gai
- ち chi
- せつ setsu
- いん in
- れい rei
- と to
- じん jin
- ごう gou
- しょ sho
- さく saku
- ぎ gi
- きょ kyo
- ぞう zou
- じゅん jun
- はい hai
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- り ri
- しょく shoku
- ほ ho
- えい ei
- ゆ yu
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- てん ten
- だん dan
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- こく koku
- が ga
- ぶ bu
- かつ katsu
- じゅ ju
- ふく fuku
- さつ satsu
- めい mei
- しゃく shaku
- ばん ban
- もう mou
- ふん fun
- ぜん zen
- しつ shitsu
- ばく baku
- たく taku
- やく yaku
- りゅう ryuu
- だ da
- だい dai
- ねん nen
- ぼく boku
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- け ke
- ぼ bo
- けつ ketsu
- へん hen
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- てき teki
- ろ ro
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- ちん chin
- に ni
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- にん nin
- みょう myou
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- た ta
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- まい mai
- えき eki
- つい tsui
- み mi
- む mu
- れん ren
- とく toku
- びょう byou
- のう nou
- は ha
- び bi
- らん ran
- ろく roku
- う u
- ど do
- なん nan
- ず zu
- もん mon
- がく gaku
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- ふう fuu
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- しき shiki
- おく oku
- りょ ryo
- てつ tetsu
- よ yo
- ぞく zoku
- とん ton
- ばつ batsu
- ざい zai
- ひん hin
- ぐ gu
- えつ etsu
- いつ itsu
- もく moku
- でん den
- りつ ritsu
- まん man
- しゅん shun
- え e
- らい rai
- らく raku
- あん an
- べん ben
- びん bin
- ざん zan
- はつ hatsu
- くつ kutsu
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- るい rui
- る ru
- れつ retsu
- くん kun
- きつ kitsu
- ぐう guu
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- げき geki
- どん don
- ま ma
- にゅう nyuu
- ほん hon
- ぶん bun
- すう suu
- ちょく choku
- じゃく jaku
- や ya
- うん un
- わ wa
- どく doku
- ば ba
- ぎょ gyo
- きゃく kyaku
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- ふつ futsu
- ちゃく chaku
- お o
- ぐん gun
- ぼん bon
- ちょ cho
- も mo
- こつ kotsu
- とつ totsu
- へき heki
- ら ra
- いち ichi
- しち shichi
- はち hachi
- じつ jitsu
- にょ nyo
- りょく ryoku
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- つう tsuu
- せ se
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- あく aku
- ざ za
- つ tsu
- ぶつ butsu
- もつ motsu
- じゅつ jutsu
- だつ datsu
- ほつ hotsu
- べつ betsu
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- そつ sotsu
- ぎゃく gyaku
- まつ matsu
- みん min
- せち sechi
- れき reki
- ごく goku
- ぜつ zetsu
- わん wan
- ちつ chitsu
- じゅく juku
- きち kichi
- ぼつ botsu
- みつ mitsu
- ゆい yui
- まく maku
- だく daku
- じょく joku
- じゃ ja
- にょう nyou
- ずい zui
- な na
- らつ ratsu
- ひゃく hyaku
- げつ getsu
- がつ gatsu
- にち nichi
- くう kuu
- りき riki
- しゅつ shutsu
- ぎょく gyoku
- びゃく byaku
- ない nai
- にく niku
- ぎゅう gyuu
- べい bei
- ちゃ cha
- にゃく nyaku
- たつ tatsu
- すん sun
- ざつ zatsu
- りち richi
- ろん ron
- ぞん zon
- ねつ netsu
- いく iku
- りく riku
- りゃく ryaku
- あつ atsu
- わく waku
- いき iki
- わい wai
- めつ metsu
- でい dei
- きゃ kya
- みゃく myaku
- ねい nei
- ばち bachi
- ちゃん chan
- れふ refu
- すぎ sugi
- じく jiku
- ぜ ze
- また mata
- あ a
- きく kiku
- すく suku
- おつ otsu
- ちゅ chu
- うつ utsu
- きけ kike
- でき deki
- へつ hetsu
- かち kachi