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しょ sho Jōyō Kanji Practice Quiz

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  • kanji

    Meaning

    Place

    Reading

    kunyomiところ

    tokoro

    onyomiしょ

    sho

    Parts

    Door Axe, Catty

    Example Word

    名所: famous place. The Japanese noun '名所 (めいしょ)' refers to a 'famous place' or 'notable spot', typically one that is well-known for its scenic beauty, historical significance, or cultural importance. It is often used in the context of tourism or travel. For example: Kyoto is full of famous places「京都には名所がたくさんある」(きょうとにはめいしょがたくさんある). We visited a famous place in Nara「奈良の名所を訪れました」(ならのめいしょをおとずれました). The term can also be used to describe landmarks or attractions within a city or region.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    65

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Write

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ka

    onyomiしょ

    sho

    Parts

    Brush Day, Sun

    Example Word

    読み書き: reading and writing. The Japanese noun '読み書き (よみかき)' refers to the combined skills of reading and writing. It is often used to describe literacy or the ability to read and write in a language. This term is commonly used in educational contexts or when discussing language proficiency. For example: He is good at reading and writing「彼は読み書きが得意です」(かれはよみかきがとくいです). Learning reading and writing is important「読み書きを学ぶことは大切です」(よみかきをまなぶことはたいせつです). The term emphasizes the dual skills of reading and writing as fundamental components of literacy.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    67

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Deal with

    Reading

    onyomiしょ

    sho

    Parts

    Late

    Example Word

    対処: handling. The Japanese noun '対処 (たいしょ)' means 'handling' or 'dealing with'. It refers to the act of managing or addressing a situation, problem, or task. This word is often used in contexts where one needs to take action to resolve or manage something. For example: proper handling of the situation is necessary「状況の適切な対処が必要です」(じょうきょうのてきせつなたいしょがひつようです). He is good at handling difficult problems「彼は難しい問題の対処が上手です」(かれはむずかしいもんだいのたいしょがじょうずです). The word can also imply a sense of strategy or method in dealing with challenges.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    5

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    212

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Beginning, First

    Reading

    kunyomiはじ

    haji

    so

    はつ

    hatsu

    onyomiしょ

    sho

    Parts

    Sword

    Example Word

    初歩: basics. The Japanese noun '初歩 (しょほ)' refers to the 'basics' or 'rudimentary knowledge' of a subject. It is often used to describe the foundational or introductory level of learning something. For example: I am learning the basics of Japanese「私は日本語の初歩を学んでいます」(わたしはにほんごのしょほをまなんでいます). This book covers the basics of programming「この本はプログラミングの初歩をカバーしています」(このほんはプログラミングのしょほをカバーしています). The term emphasizes the starting point of acquiring knowledge or skills.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    226

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Many, Various

    Reading

    kunyomiもろ

    moro

    onyomiしょ

    sho

    Parts

    Say (言)Someone

    Example Word

    諸国: countries. The Japanese noun '諸国 (しょこく)' refers to 'countries' or 'nations', often used in a plural sense to denote multiple countries collectively. It is commonly used in formal or historical contexts to refer to various nations or regions. For example: trade relations with various countries「諸国との貿易関係」(しょこくとのぼうえきかんけい). The cultures of many countries「諸国の文化」(しょこくのぶんか). This term is often seen in historical texts or discussions about international relations, emphasizing a collective or comparative perspective on nations.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    477

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Beginning, Together

    Reading

    kunyomi

    o

    onyomiしょ

    sho

    ちょ

    cho

    Parts

    Thread Someone

    Example Word

    内緒: secret. The Japanese noun '内緒 (ないしょ)' means 'secret'. It refers to information that is deliberately kept hidden or not disclosed to others. This word is often used in casual conversations to indicate that something should not be shared. For example: This is a secret, so don't tell anyone「これは内緒だから、誰にも言わないで」(これはないしょだから、だれにもいわないで). I'll tell you a secret「内緒の話を教えるね」(ないしょのはなしをおしえるね). The term can also imply confidentiality in relationships or agreements, such as keeping a surprise party a secret from someone.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    537

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Hot

    Reading

    kunyomiあつ

    atsu

    onyomiしょ

    sho

    Parts

    Day, Sun Someone

    Example Word

    暑さ: heat. The Japanese noun '暑さ (あつさ)' refers to the state or condition of being hot, particularly in terms of weather or temperature. It is commonly used to describe the intensity of heat during summer or in hot climates. For example: The heat today is unbearable「今日の暑さは耐えられない」(きょうのあつさはたえられない). I can't stand the heat of summer「夏の暑さには耐えられない」(なつのあつさにはたえられない). This word is often used in weather forecasts or casual conversations about the temperature.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    1221

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Government office

    Reading

    onyomiしょ

    sho

    Parts

    Net Someone

    Example Word

    署名: signature. The Japanese noun '署名 (しょめい)' refers to a 'signature'. It is commonly used in formal contexts, such as signing contracts, documents, or petitions. For example: Please put your signature here「ここに署名してください」(ここにしょめいしてください). The document requires your signature「その書類には署名が必要です」(そのしょるいにはしょめいがひつようです). The word can also be used in legal or official contexts, such as '署名運動 (しょめいうんどう)', which refers to a signature campaign or petition drive.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    1479

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Moreover, Also

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ka

    onyomiしょう

    shou

    しょ

    sho

    so

    Example Word

    且つ: and. The Japanese conjunction '且つ (かつ)' is used to connect two statements or ideas, similar to the English 'and'. However, it is more formal and often used in written language or formal speech. It emphasizes that both connected elements are true or applicable. For example: He is intelligent and diligent「彼は賢く且つ勤勉だ」(かれはかしこくかつきんべんだ). This method is effective and safe「この方法は効果的且つ安全だ」(このほうほうはこうかてきかつあんぜんだ). Note that '且つ' is less common in casual conversation, where 'そして' or 'そして' might be used instead.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    5

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1576

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Sparse, Alienate

    Reading

    kunyomiうと

    uto

    まば

    maba

    onyomiしょ

    sho

    so

    Parts

    Bundle, Bind

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1707

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Commoner, Manifold

    Reading

    onyomiしょ

    sho

    Parts

    广Dotted cliff 廿Twenty Fire (火)

    Example Word

    庶民: commoners. The Japanese noun '庶民 (しょみん)' refers to 'commoners' or 'ordinary people'. It is used to describe the general populace, as opposed to the elite or aristocracy. This term often carries a neutral or slightly humble connotation, emphasizing the everyday lives of regular people. For example: The life of commoners is simple「庶民の生活はシンプルだ」(しょみんのせいかつはシンプルだ). Commoners enjoy festivals too「庶民もお祭りを楽しむ」(しょみんもおまつりをたのしむ). The word is commonly used in historical contexts or when discussing social classes, but it can also appear in modern contexts to contrast ordinary people with those in positions of power or wealth.

    Radical

    广

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1931

    Handwriting