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ふん fun

 

    kanji

    Meaning

    Minute, Part

    Reading

    kunyomi

    wa

    onyomiぶん

    bun

    ふん

    fun

    Parts

    Eight Sword

    Example Word

    大部分: majority. The Japanese noun '大部分 (だいぶぶん)' means 'majority' or 'most part'. It is used to refer to the larger or main portion of something, whether it be a physical object, a group of people, or an abstract concept. For example: The majority of the students passed the exam「大部分の学生は試験に合格した」(だいぶぶんのがくせいはしけんにごうかくした). Most of the work is already done「仕事の大部分はもう終わっている」(しごとのだいぶぶんはもうおわっている). This term is often used in formal or written contexts to emphasize the extent or proportion of something.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    4

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    10

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Flour, Powder

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ko

    こな

    kona

    onyomiふん

    fun

    Parts

    Rice Minute, Part

    Example Word

    粉: powder. The Japanese noun '粉 (こな)' means 'powder'. It refers to fine, dry particles produced by the grinding, crushing, or disintegration of a solid substance. This word is commonly used in contexts related to cooking, cosmetics, or any situation involving fine particles. For example: flour is a type of powder「小麦粉は粉の一種です」(こむぎこはこなのいっしゅです). She sprinkled powder on her face「彼女は顔に粉をふりかけました」(かのじょはかおにこなをふりかけました). Note that '粉' can also refer to substances like sugar, dust, or even snow in certain contexts, but the core meaning remains 'powder'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    1163

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Invigorated

    Reading

    kunyomiふる

    furu

    onyomiふん

    fun

    Parts

    Rice field

    Example Word

    興奮: excitement. The Japanese verbal noun '興奮 (こうふん)' refers to a state of excitement, agitation, or arousal. It is often used to describe emotional or physical excitement, such as the thrill of an event or the agitation caused by a situation. For example: I felt excitement at the concert「コンサートで興奮を感じた」(コンサートでこうふんをかんじた). The crowd was in a state of excitement「群衆は興奮状態だった」(ぐんしゅうはこうふんじょうたいだった). This word can also be used in contexts like sports, debates, or even scientific discussions to describe heightened energy or tension.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    16

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    1215

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Aroused, Indignation

    Reading

    kunyomiいきどお

    ikidoo

    onyomiふん

    fun

    Parts

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1317

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    In a tangle, Distract

    Reading

    kunyomiまぎ

    magi

    まぐ

    magu

    onyomiふん

    fun

    Parts

    Thread Minute, Part

    Example Word

    紛争: conflict. The Japanese noun '紛争 (ふんそう)' refers to 'conflict' or 'dispute'. It is commonly used to describe situations of disagreement, strife, or contention, whether on a personal, social, or international level. This word often appears in contexts involving political, legal, or military conflicts. For example: The two countries are in conflict「二つの国が紛争中です」(ふたつのくにがふんそうちゅうです). The labor dispute has been resolved「労働紛争は解決しました」(ろうどうふんそうはかいけつしました). Note that '紛争' carries a formal tone and is typically used in serious or large-scale situations, distinguishing it from more casual terms like '喧嘩 (けんか)' which refers to smaller-scale arguments or fights.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1459

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Spout, Erupt

    Reading

    kunyomi

    fu

    onyomiふん

    fun

    Parts

    Mouth

    Example Word

    噴水: fountain. The Japanese noun '噴水 (ふんすい)' refers to a 'fountain', specifically a man-made structure that sprays water into the air, often found in parks, gardens, or public spaces. It is commonly used to describe decorative water features. Example sentences: The fountain in the park is beautiful「公園の噴水はきれいです」(こうえんのふんすいはきれいです). Let's meet by the fountain「噴水のところで会いましょう」(ふんすいのところであいましょう). The word is straightforward and does not carry additional nuanced meanings.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1640

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Atmosphere

    Reading

    onyomiふん

    fun

    Parts

    Rain Minute, Part

    Example Word

    雰囲気: atmosphere. The Japanese noun '雰囲気 (ふんいき)' refers to the 'atmosphere' or 'mood' of a place, situation, or event. It describes the overall feeling or vibe that is perceived in a particular environment. This word is often used to convey the intangible qualities that make a setting unique or memorable. For example: The atmosphere of the cafe was cozy「カフェの雰囲気は居心地が良かった」(かふぇのふんいきはいごこちがよかった). The party had a lively atmosphere「パーティーの雰囲気は活気があった」(ぱーてぃーのふんいきはかっきがあった). It can also be used to describe the mood of a person or group, such as '彼の雰囲気は優しかった (かれのふんいきはやさしかった)' (His demeanor was gentle).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1866

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Mound, Tomb

    Reading

    onyomiふん

    fun

    Parts

    Soil

    Example Word

    古墳: tumulus. The Japanese noun '古墳 (こふん)' refers to an ancient burial mound or tumulus, typically built during the Kofun period (250–538 AD) in Japan. These mounds were constructed as tombs for powerful leaders and are often keyhole-shaped, surrounded by moats. The term is used in historical and archaeological contexts. For example: The tumulus is a historical site「その古墳は歴史的な場所です」(そのこふんはれきしてきなばしょです). We visited a large tumulus「大きな古墳を訪れました」(おおきなこふんをおとずれました).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    2039

    Handwriting

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