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kanji
分Meaning
Minute, Part
Reading
kunyomiわwa
onyomiぶんbun
ふんfun
Parts
八Eight 刀Sword
Example Word
分野: field. The Japanese noun '分野 (ぶんや)' refers to a specific 'field' or 'area' of study, expertise, or activity. It is commonly used to describe a particular domain or sector, such as academic disciplines, professional areas, or specialized interests. For example: He is an expert in the field of medicine「彼は医学の分野の専門家です」(かれはいがくのぶんやのせんもんかです). This research covers various fields「この研究はさまざまな分野をカバーしています」(このけんきゅうはさまざまなぶんやをかばーしています). The word can also imply a scope or range within which something operates or is relevant.
Radical
刀
Stroke Count
4JLPT
UnknownGrade
2Frequency
10
Handwriting
kanji
粉Meaning
Flour, Powder
Reading
kunyomiこko
こなkona
onyomiふんfun
Parts
米Rice 分Minute, Part
Example Word
小麦粉: flour. The Japanese noun '小麦粉 (こむぎこ)' specifically refers to 'wheat flour'. It is commonly used in cooking and baking contexts. For example: I bought wheat flour to make bread「パンを作るために小麦粉を買いました」(パンをつくるためにこむぎこをかいました). This cake is made with wheat flour「このケーキは小麦粉で作られています」(このケーキはこむぎこでつくられています). It is important to note that '小麦粉' is distinct from other types of flour, such as rice flour (米粉, こめこ) or potato starch (片栗粉, かたくりこ).
Radical
米
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N2Grade
4Frequency
1163
Handwriting
kanji
奮Meaning
Invigorated
Reading
kunyomiふるfuru
onyomiふんfun
Parts
奞 田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
大
Stroke Count
16JLPT
N1Grade
6Frequency
1215
Handwriting
kanji
紛Meaning
In a tangle, Distract
Reading
kunyomiまぎmagi
まぐmagu
onyomiふんfun
Parts
糸Thread 分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
糸
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
1459
Handwriting
kanji
噴Meaning
Spout, Erupt
Reading
kunyomiふfu
onyomiふんfun
Parts
口Mouth 賁
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
口
Stroke Count
15JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
1640
Handwriting
kanji
雰Meaning
Atmosphere
Reading
onyomiふんfun
Parts
雨Rain 分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
雨
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N1Grade
9Frequency
1866
Handwriting
kanji
墳Meaning
Mound, Tomb
Reading
onyomiふんfun
Parts
土Soil 賁
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
土
Stroke Count
15JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
2039
Handwriting