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kanji
義Meaning
Righteousness
Reading
onyomiぎgi
Parts
羊Sheep 我Self, Ego
Example Word
共産主義: communism. The Japanese noun '共産主義 (きょうさんしゅぎ)' refers to the political and economic ideology of 'communism'. It is a system where property and resources are owned collectively, and labor is organized for the common good. This term is often used in political discussions, historical contexts, or when describing economic systems. Example sentences: Communism aims for a classless society「共産主義は階級のない社会を目指す」(きょうさんしゅぎはかいきゅうのないしゃかいをめざす). He studies the history of communism「彼は共産主義の歴史を研究している」(かれはきょうさんしゅぎのれきしをけんきゅうしている).
Radical
羊
Stroke Count
13JLPT
N1Grade
5Frequency
205
Handwriting
kanji
議Meaning
Deliberation
Reading
onyomiぎgi
Parts
訁Say (言)義Righteousness
Example Word
議題: agenda. The Japanese noun '議題 (ぎだい)' refers to the topic or subject of discussion, particularly in formal meetings or assemblies. It is commonly used in contexts such as business meetings, conferences, or political discussions. For example: The agenda for today's meeting is set「今日の会議の議題は決まっている」(きょうのかいぎのぎだいはきまっている). Let's add this issue to the agenda「この問題を議題に加えましょう」(このもんだいをぎだにくわえましょう). The word emphasizes the formal nature of the topic being discussed.
Radical
言
Stroke Count
20JLPT
N3Grade
4Frequency
319
Handwriting
kanji
疑Meaning
Doubt, Suspect
Reading
kunyomiうたがutaga
onyomiぎgi
Example Word
容疑: suspicion. The Japanese noun '容疑 (ようぎ)' refers to 'suspicion' or 'allegation' in the context of a crime or wrongdoing. It is commonly used in legal or investigative settings to describe the suspicion that someone has committed a crime. For example: He is under suspicion of theft「彼は窃盗の容疑をかけられている」(かれはせっとうのようぎをかけられている). The police are investigating the suspicion of fraud「警察は詐欺の容疑を調査している」(けいさつはさぎのようぎをちょうさしている). The word is often paired with verbs like 'かける' (to place) or '受ける' (to receive) to indicate the act of being suspected or suspecting someone.
Radical
疋
Stroke Count
14JLPT
N3Grade
6Frequency
546
Handwriting
kanji
儀Meaning
Ceremony
Reading
onyomiぎgi
Parts
亻Person (人)義Righteousness
Example Word
礼儀: manners. The Japanese noun '礼儀 (れいぎ)' refers to 'manners' or 'etiquette'. It is used to describe proper behavior, politeness, and respect in social interactions. This word is often associated with traditional Japanese customs and the importance of showing respect to others. For example: Good manners are important「礼儀は大切です」(れいぎはたいせつです). He has no manners「彼は礼儀を知らない」(かれはれいぎをしらない). The concept of '礼儀' is deeply rooted in Japanese culture and is often emphasized in both personal and professional settings.
Radical
人
Stroke Count
15JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
679
Handwriting
kanji
技Meaning
Skill
Reading
kunyomiわざwaza
onyomiぎgi
Parts
扌Hand (手)支Branch, Support
Example Word
技師: engineer. The Japanese noun '技師 (ぎし)' refers to an 'engineer', a professional who applies scientific and mathematical principles to design, develop, and maintain structures, machines, or systems. This term is often used in professional contexts and can refer to various types of engineers, such as civil engineers, mechanical engineers, or electrical engineers. For example: He is a civil engineer「彼は土木技師です」(かれはどぼくぎしで す). The company hired a new engineer「会社は新しい技師を雇いました」(かいしゃはあたらしいぎしをやといました). Note that '技師' is a formal term and is typically used in professional or official settings.
Radical
手
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N2Grade
5Frequency
860
Handwriting
kanji
宜Meaning
Right, Best regards
Reading
kunyomiよろyoro
onyomiぎgi
Parts
宀Roof 且Moreover, Also
Example Word
宜しい: fine. The Japanese adjective '宜しい (よろしい)' means 'fine' or 'acceptable'. It is a polite and formal way to express that something is suitable, appropriate, or agreeable. This word is often used in formal situations, such as business settings or when speaking to someone of higher status. For example: Is this time fine?「この時間で宜しいですか?」(このじかんでよろしいですか?). It is also commonly used to give permission or approval, as in: It's fine to leave now「今出発して宜しいです」(いましゅっぱつしてよろしいです). Note that '宜しい' is more formal than 'いい (ii)', which also means 'good' or 'fine'.
Radical
宀
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N1Grade
9Frequency
937
Handwriting
kanji
戯Meaning
Play, Frolic
Reading
kunyomiたわむtawamu
じゃja
ざza
onyomiげge
ぎgi
Parts
虚Empty, Void 戈
Example Word
悪戯: mischief or prank. The Japanese noun '悪戯 (いたずら)' can mean 'mischief' or 'prank'. It refers to playful or harmless actions intended to cause amusement or minor trouble. It can also imply a sense of naughtiness or teasing. For example: The child's mischief made everyone laugh「子供の悪戯がみんなを笑わせた」(こどものいたずらがみんなをわらわせた). He played a prank on his friend「彼は友達に悪戯をした」(かれはともだちにいたずらをした). The word can sometimes carry a slightly negative connotation depending on the context, but it generally describes lighthearted behavior.
Radical
戈
Stroke Count
15JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
1057
Handwriting
kanji
偽Meaning
Falsify, Fake
Reading
kunyomiいつわitsuwa
にせnise
onyomiぎgi
Parts
亻Person (人)為Do, Sake
Example Word
偽物: fake. The Japanese noun '偽物 (にせもの)' means 'fake'. It refers to something that is not genuine, such as counterfeit goods, imitations, or forged items. This word is often used in contexts where authenticity is important, such as art, fashion, or documents. For example: This painting is a fake「この絵は偽物です」(このえはにせものです). Be careful of fake products「偽物に気をつけて」(にせものにきをつけて). The term can also carry a negative connotation, implying deceit or inferior quality.
Radical
人
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N1Grade
9Frequency
1375
Handwriting
kanji
犠Meaning
Sacrifice
Reading
onyomiぎgi
Parts
牛Cow 義Righteousness
Example Word
犠牲: sacrifice. The Japanese noun '犠牲 (ぎせい)' means 'sacrifice'. It refers to the act of giving up something valuable or important for the sake of others or a greater cause. This word is often used in contexts involving personal loss, such as in war, accidents, or even in daily life when someone makes a significant compromise. For example: He made a great sacrifice for his family「彼は家族のために大きな犠牲を払った」(かれはかぞくのためにおおきなぎせいをはらった). The victims of the disaster were a tragic sacrifice「その災害の犠牲者は悲劇的な犠牲だった」(そのさいがいのぎせいしゃはひげきてきなぎせいだった).
Radical
牛
Stroke Count
17JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
1626
Handwriting
kanji
欺Meaning
Deceit, Deceive
Reading
kunyomiあざむazamu
onyomiぎgi
Parts
其That 欠Lack
Example Word
詐欺: fraud. The Japanese noun '詐欺 (さぎ)' means 'fraud'. It refers to the act of deceiving someone for personal gain, often involving money or property. This word is commonly used in legal, financial, and everyday contexts to describe scams, swindles, or dishonest schemes. For example: He was arrested for fraud「彼は詐欺で逮捕された」(かれはさぎでたいほされた). This is a classic case of fraud「これは典型的な詐欺です」(これはてんけいてきなさぎです). The term can also be used in compound words, such as '詐欺師 (さぎし)' (fraudster or con artist).
Radical
欠
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
1668
Handwriting