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kanji
石Meaning
Stone
Reading
kunyomiいしishi
onyomiせきseki
しゃくshaku
Parts
口Mouth 丆Cliff (厂)
Example Word
流石: as expected. The Japanese adjectival noun '流石 (さすが)' is used to express admiration or acknowledgment of someone's abilities, qualities, or actions, often implying that the outcome is as expected given their reputation or skill. It carries a nuance of respect and sometimes surprise. For example: As expected of you, you solved it quickly「さすがあなた、すぐに解決しましたね」(さすがあなた、すぐにかいけつしましたね). As expected of a professional, the work is flawless「さすがプロ、仕事が完璧だ」(さすがぷろ、しごとがかんぺきだ). Note that 'さすが' is often used in positive contexts to highlight someone's excellence or to acknowledge their efforts.
Radical
石
Stroke Count
5JLPT
N3Grade
1Frequency
197
Handwriting
kanji
赤Meaning
Red
Reading
kunyomiあかaka
onyomiせきseki
しゃくshaku
Parts
土Soil 丿Katakana no 亅Barb 八Eight
Example Word
赤ん坊: baby. The Japanese noun '赤ん坊 (あかんぼう)' refers to a baby, typically a newborn or very young infant. The term is often used in a casual or affectionate context. It literally translates to 'red child,' which is a reference to the reddish complexion of newborns. Example sentences: The baby is sleeping「赤ん坊が寝ている」(あかんぼうがねている). She is holding a baby「彼女は赤ん坊を抱いている」(かのじょはあかんぼうをだいている).
Radical
赤
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N4Grade
1Frequency
308
Handwriting
kanji
借Meaning
Borrow, Rent
Reading
kunyomiかka
onyomiしゃくshaku
Parts
亻Person (人)昔Old times
Example Word
借りる: borrow. The Japanese verb '借りる (かりる)' means 'to borrow'. It is used when someone temporarily takes something from another person with the intention of returning it later. This verb is commonly used in everyday situations, such as borrowing books, money, or items. For example: I borrowed a book from the library「図書館から本を借りた」(としょかんからほんをかりた). Can I borrow your pen?「あなたのペンを借りてもいいですか？」(あなたのペンをかりてもいいですか？). The verb '借りる' is often paired with the particle 'を' to indicate the object being borrowed. It is important to note that '借りる' implies a temporary action, and the item is expected to be returned.
Radical
人
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N4Grade
4Frequency
847
Handwriting
kanji
尺Meaning
Foot
Reading
onyomiしゃくshaku
Parts
尸Corpse
Example Word
尺: length. The Japanese suffix '尺 (しゃく)' refers to a traditional unit of length, approximately equivalent to 30.3 centimeters. It is derived from the Chinese 'chi' and was historically used in Japan for measuring cloth, paper, and other materials. While it is less commonly used in modern times, it may still appear in traditional contexts or specific industries. For example: this cloth is two shaku long「この布は二尺です」(このぬのはにしゃくです). The room is ten shaku wide「この部屋は十尺の広さです」(このへやはじゅっしゃくのひろさです). Note that '尺' can also appear in compound words, such as '巻尺 (まきじゃく)' (measuring tape).
Radical
尸
Stroke Count
4JLPT
N1Grade
6Frequency
1027
Handwriting
kanji
釈Meaning
Release, Explanation
Reading
kunyomiすsu
ゆるyuru
とくtoku
onyomiせきseki
しゃくshaku
Parts
釆 尺Foot
Example Word
解釈: interpretation. The Japanese verbal noun '解釈 (かいしゃく)' means 'interpretation'. It refers to the act of explaining or understanding the meaning of something, such as a text, situation, or event. This word is often used in academic, legal, or philosophical contexts. For example: His interpretation of the law was unique「彼の法律の解釈は独特だった」(かれのほうりつのかいしゃくはどくとくだった). The teacher's interpretation of the poem was insightful「先生の詩の解釈は洞察に富んでいた」(せんせいのしのかいしゃくはどうさつにとんでいた). It can also imply a subjective understanding, as interpretations may vary depending on the individual.
Radical
釆
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
1062
Handwriting