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ゆ yu Jōyō Kanji Practice Quiz

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  • kanji

    Meaning

    Reason

    Reading

    kunyomiよし

    yoshi

    onyomiゆう

    yuu

    yu

    Parts

    Ten Mouth

    Example Word

    不自由: discomfort. The Japanese verbal noun '不自由 (ふじゆう)' primarily means 'discomfort' or 'inconvenience'. It refers to a state of being unable to do something freely or comfortably, often due to physical, mental, or situational constraints. This word is commonly used to describe a lack of freedom or difficulty in performing actions. For example: He feels discomfort due to his injury「彼はけがで不自由を感じている」(かれはけがでふじゆうをかんじている). Living without electricity is inconvenient「電気がない生活は不自由だ」(でんきがないせいかつはふじゆうだ). The word can also imply a sense of dependency or limitation, such as in the phrase '不自由な体 (ふじゆうなからだ)', meaning 'a body with disabilities'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    5

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    278

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Play

    Reading

    kunyomiあそ

    aso

    onyomiゆう

    yuu

    Parts

    Walk Move freely

    Example Word

    遊び: play. The Japanese noun '遊び (あそび)' means 'play' or 'playing'. It refers to the act of engaging in activities for enjoyment or recreation, often without a specific purpose. This word can be used to describe children playing, adults engaging in hobbies, or even playful interactions. For example: Children are playing in the park「子供たちは公園で遊んでいる」(こどもたちはこうえんであそんでいる). I enjoy playing games「私はゲームで遊ぶのが好きです」(わたしはゲームであそぶのがすきです). Additionally, '遊び' can sometimes imply a sense of leisure or free time, as in '遊びに行く (あそびにいく)' which means 'to go out for fun'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    432

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Oil

    Reading

    kunyomiあぶら

    abura

    onyomi

    yu

    Parts

    Water (水)Reason

    Example Word

    油断: carelessness. The Japanese verbal noun '油断 (ゆだん)' means 'carelessness' or 'negligence'. It is often used to describe a lack of attention or caution, which can lead to mistakes or accidents. This word is commonly used in warnings or advice to remind someone to stay alert. For example: Don't let your guard down「油断しないで」(ゆだんしないで). His carelessness caused the accident「彼の油断が事故を引き起こした」(かれのゆだんがじこをひきおこした). The phrase '油断大敵 (ゆだんたいてき)' is a common saying meaning 'carelessness is your greatest enemy', emphasizing the importance of staying vigilant.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    944

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Pleased, Pleasure

    Reading

    kunyomiたの

    tano

    onyomi

    yu

    Parts

    Example Word

    愉快: pleasant. The Japanese adjectival noun '愉快 (ゆかい)' means 'pleasant' or 'delightful'. It is used to describe something that brings joy, amusement, or a sense of enjoyment. This word often conveys a lighthearted or cheerful feeling and is commonly used in contexts involving entertainment, social interactions, or experiences. For example: The party was very pleasant「パーティーはとても愉快だった」(ぱーてぃーはとてもゆかいだった). His jokes are always pleasant「彼のジョークはいつも愉快だ」(かれのじょーくはいつもゆかいだ). Note that '愉快' can also imply a sense of amusement or fun, but its core meaning remains tied to something that is enjoyable or pleasing.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1169

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Well, Boil

    Reading

    kunyomi

    wa

    onyomiゆう

    yuu

    よう

    you

    yu

    Parts

    Water (水)Brave

    Example Word

    湧く: arise or gush. The Japanese verb '湧く (わく)' has two primary meanings. The first is 'to gush' or 'to well up', often used to describe liquids like water or oil emerging from the ground. For example: hot water gushes from the spring「温泉からお湯が湧く」(おんせんからおゆがわく). The second meaning is 'to arise' or 'to emerge', used to describe emotions, thoughts, or situations coming into existence. For example: doubts arose in my mind「疑問が心に湧く」(ぎもんがこころにわく). This verb is versatile and can be used in both literal and figurative contexts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1405

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Waver, Delay

    Reading

    kunyomiなお

    nao

    onyomiゆう

    yuu

    yu

    Parts

    Example Word

    猶: still or furthermore. The Japanese adverb '猶 (なお)' has two distinct meanings. The first meaning is 'still', which is used to indicate that a situation or condition continues unchanged. For example: He is still working「彼は猶働いている」(かれはなおはたらいている). The second meaning is 'furthermore', which is used to add information or emphasize a point. For example: Furthermore, we need to consider the budget「猶、予算を考慮する必要がある」(なお、よさんをこうりょするひつようがある). This word is often used in formal or written contexts and can carry a nuanced tone depending on the situation.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1452

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Heal, Healing

    Reading

    kunyomi

    i

    いや

    iya

    onyomi

    yu

    Parts

    Sick

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    18

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1706

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Transport

    Reading

    onyomi

    yu

    Parts

    Car

    Example Word

    輸出: export. The Japanese verbal noun '輸出 (ゆしゅつ)' means 'export'. It refers to the act of sending goods or services to another country for sale or trade. This term is commonly used in economic, business, and trade contexts. For example: Japan exports cars「日本は車を輸出する」(にほんはくるまをゆしゅつする). The company exports electronics「その会社は電子機器を輸出する」(そのかいしゃはでんしききをゆしゅつする). The word can also be used in compound terms, such as '輸出業 (ゆしゅつぎょう)' (export industry).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    16

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    1724

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Instruct, Admonish

    Reading

    kunyomiさと

    sato

    onyomi

    yu

    Parts

    Say

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    16

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1925

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Compare, Metaphor

    Reading

    kunyomiたと

    tato

    さと

    sato

    onyomi

    yu

    Parts

    Mouth

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1992

    Handwriting