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れい rei Jōyō Kanji Practice Quiz

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  • kanji

    Meaning

    Example

    Reading

    kunyomiたと

    tato

    onyomiれい

    rei

    Parts

    Person (人)File

    Example Word

    判例: precedent. The Japanese noun '判例 (はんれい)' refers to a legal precedent, which is a past judicial decision that serves as a reference for deciding similar cases in the future. This term is commonly used in legal contexts, such as in courts or legal discussions, to refer to previous rulings that can influence or guide current judgments. For example: This case follows a precedent「この事件は判例に従っている」(このじけんははんれいにしたがっている). The judge referred to a precedent「裁判官は判例を参照した」(さいばんかんははんれいをさんしょうした). It's important to note that '判例' is a formal term and is typically used in professional or academic settings related to law.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    339

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Cold

    Reading

    kunyomi

    sa

    hi

    つめ

    tsume

    onyomiれい

    rei

    Parts

    Ice (水)Orders

    Example Word

    冷房: air conditioning. The Japanese verbal noun '冷房 (れいぼう)' refers to 'air conditioning' or specifically the cooling function of an air conditioning system. It is commonly used in contexts related to temperature control in buildings, vehicles, or other enclosed spaces. For example: Please turn on the air conditioning「冷房をつけてください」(れいぼうをつけてください). The air conditioning is too cold「冷房がききすぎている」(れいぼうがききすぎている). This term is often contrasted with '暖房 (だんぼう)', which refers to heating. It is widely used in daily life, especially during hot summer months in Japan.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    544

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Bow, Salute

    Reading

    onyomiれい

    rei

    Parts

    Cult (示)Second, Latter

    Example Word

    礼: thanks. The Japanese noun '礼 (れい)' primarily means 'thanks' or 'gratitude'. It is often used in formal contexts to express appreciation or acknowledgment. This word can also refer to a bow or gesture of respect, which is a common way to show gratitude in Japanese culture. For example: He expressed his thanks「彼は礼を言った」(かれはれいをいった). She bowed in gratitude「彼女は礼をした」(かのじょはれいをした). The word is deeply tied to cultural practices of politeness and respect, making it essential in formal interactions.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    5

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    605

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Return

    Reading

    kunyomiもど

    modo

    onyomiれい

    rei

    Parts

    Big

    Example Word

    戻す: return. The Japanese verb '戻す (もどす)' means 'to return' or 'to put something back'. It is used when referring to the act of returning something to its original place or state. This verb can be used in various contexts, such as returning a borrowed item, reverting a situation, or restoring something to its previous condition. For example: Please return the book to the shelf「本を棚に戻してください」(ほんをたなにもどしてください). I returned the money to him「彼にお金を戻した」(かれにおかねをもどした). It's important to note that '戻す' is often used in situations where the action involves physically or metaphorically bringing something back to where it was before.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    668

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Orders

    Reading

    onyomiれい

    rei

    Parts

    Seal

    Example Word

    令: order. The Japanese suffix '令 (れい)' is used to denote an order, command, or decree. It is often found in formal or official contexts, such as in government or legal documents. For example: a government order「政府の命令」(せいふのめいれい). It can also be used in compound words to indicate something that is ordered or commanded, such as '法令 (ほうれい)' meaning 'laws and ordinances'. Note that '令' is not commonly used as a standalone word but rather as part of compound words or in specific formal contexts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    5

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    781

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Spirits

    Reading

    kunyomiたま

    tama

    onyomiりょう

    ryou

    れい

    rei

    Parts

    One

    Example Word

    霊: spirit. The Japanese noun '霊 (れい)' refers to a 'spirit' or 'soul', often in a supernatural or religious context. It can denote the spirit of a deceased person, a ghost, or a spiritual entity. This word is commonly used in discussions about the afterlife, folklore, or spiritual practices. For example: the spirit of the deceased「亡くなった人の霊」(なくなったひとのれい). She believes in spirits「彼女は霊を信じている」(かのじょはれいをしんじている). It can also appear in compound words like '霊感 (れいかん)' (spiritual intuition) or '霊界 (れいかい)' (spirit world). Note that '霊' carries a nuanced, often mystical connotation and is distinct from more casual terms like '幽霊 (ゆうれい)' (ghost).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    808

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Beautiful, Lovely

    Reading

    kunyomiうるわ

    uruwa

    onyomiれい

    rei

    Parts

    鹿Deer

    Example Word

    奇麗: beautiful or clean. The Japanese adjectival noun '奇麗 (きれい)' can mean both 'clean' and 'beautiful', depending on the context. When used to describe cleanliness, it refers to something being free from dirt or clutter. For example: The room is clean「部屋は奇麗です」(へやはきれいです). When used to describe beauty, it refers to something or someone being aesthetically pleasing. For example: She is beautiful「彼女は奇麗です」(かのじょはきれいです). The word can also be used to describe something as neat or tidy, such as handwriting: Your handwriting is neat「あなたの字は奇麗です」(あなたのじはきれいです). It's important to note that '奇麗' is often written in hiragana as 'きれい' in modern Japanese.

    Radical

    鹿

    Stroke Count

    19

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    967

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Small bell, Buzzer

    Reading

    kunyomiすず

    suzu

    onyomiりん

    rin

    れい

    rei

    Parts

    Gold Orders

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1258

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Age

    Reading

    kunyomiよわい

    yowai

    onyomiれい

    rei

    Parts

    Tooth Orders

    Example Word

    年齢: age. The Japanese noun '年齢 (ねんれい)' means 'age'. It refers to the number of years a person or thing has existed. This word is commonly used in formal contexts, such as when filling out forms or discussing demographics. For example: What is your age?「あなたの年齢は何歳ですか?」(あなたのねんれいはなんさいですか?). The legal drinking age is 20「飲酒の法定年齢は20歳です」(いんしゅのほうていねんれいははたちです). Note that '年齢' is more formal than '歳 (さい)', which is also used to express age but in a more casual manner.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    17

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1574

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Strive, Encourage

    Reading

    kunyomiはげ

    hage

    onyomiれい

    rei

    Parts

    Power

    Example Word

    励ます: encourage. The Japanese verb '励ます (はげます)' means 'to encourage'. It is used when someone is trying to cheer up or motivate another person, often in situations where the person is feeling down or facing difficulties. This verb can be used in various contexts, such as encouraging a friend, a colleague, or even oneself. For example: I encouraged my friend to keep trying「友達を励まして続けるように言った」(ともだちをはげましてつづけるようにいった). The teacher encouraged the students before the exam「先生は試験前に生徒を励ました」(せんせいはしけんまえにせいとをはげました). It's important to note that this verb often implies emotional support and motivation, rather than just giving advice or instructions.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1648

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Slave

    Reading

    onyomiれい

    rei

    Parts

    Samurai Show, Indicate

    Example Word

    奴隷: slave. The Japanese noun '奴隷 (どれい)' refers to a 'slave', someone who is owned by another person and forced to work without personal freedom. Historically, it was used to describe individuals in servitude, often in contexts of forced labor or subjugation. In modern usage, it can also metaphorically describe someone who is excessively controlled or dominated by another, such as in a relationship or by societal pressures. Example sentences: He was treated like a slave「彼は奴隷のように扱われた」(かれはどれいのようにあつかわれた). Many people were enslaved during that era「その時代には多くの人々が奴隷にされた」(そのじだいにはおおくのひとびとがどれいにされた).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    16

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1836

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Zero

    Reading

    kunyomiこぼ

    kobo

    onyomiれい

    rei

    Parts

    Orders

    Example Word

    零下: below zero. The Japanese noun '零下 (れいか)' means 'below zero'. It is used to describe temperatures that are below the freezing point of water (0°C or 32°F). This term is commonly used in weather forecasts or when discussing cold climates. For example: The temperature is below zero today「今日の気温は零下です」(きょうのきおんはれいかです). It was below zero last night「昨夜は零下でした」(さくやはれいかでした). Note that '零下' is often used in combination with temperature numbers, such as '零下5度 (れいかごど)' meaning '5 degrees below zero'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1863

    Handwriting