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Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Onyomi reading

りゅう ryuu

 

    kanji

    Meaning

    Flow

    Reading

    kunyomiなが

    naga

    onyomiりゅう

    ryuu

    Parts

    Water (水)Newborn

    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

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    192

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Stay, Detain

    Reading

    kunyomi

    to

    onyomiりゅう

    ryuu

    ru

    Example Word

    留まる: stop. The Japanese verb '留まる (とまる)' primarily means 'to stop'. It is used to indicate that something or someone comes to a halt or ceases movement. This verb can be applied to both physical and abstract contexts. For example: the train stopped「電車が留まった」(でんしゃがとまった). The conversation stopped「会話が留まった」(かいわがとまった). It's important to note that '留まる' can also imply a temporary pause or staying in a place for a short period, but the core meaning remains centered around the concept of stopping.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    626

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Willow

    Reading

    kunyomiやなぎ

    yanagi

    onyomiりゅう

    ryuu

    Parts

    Tree, Wood

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    919

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Dragon

    Reading

    kunyomiたつ

    tatsu

    onyomiりゅう

    ryuu

    Parts

    Stand

    Example Word

    竜: dragon. The Japanese noun '竜 (りゅう)' refers to a 'dragon', a mythical creature often depicted as a large, serpentine or reptilian being with magical or spiritual qualities. In Japanese culture, dragons are typically seen as benevolent and associated with water, rain, and protection. They are a common motif in folklore, art, and festivals. Example sentences: The dragon flew across the sky「竜が空を飛んだ」(りゅうがそらをとんだ). The shrine is guarded by a dragon「その神社は竜に守られている」(そのじんじゃはりゅうにまもられている). Note that '竜' is often used in names, stories, and symbolic contexts, and it carries a more traditional or mythical connotation compared to the word 'ドラゴン' (doragon), which is used for Western-style dragons.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1151

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Hump, Prosper

    Reading

    onyomiりゅう

    ryuu

    Parts

    Late Life

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1504

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Grain, Grains

    Reading

    kunyomiつぶ

    tsubu

    onyomiりゅう

    ryuu

    Parts

    Rice Stand

    Example Word

    粒: grain or particle. The Japanese noun '粒 (つぶ)' refers to a small, discrete unit or piece, often used to describe grains, particles, or tiny objects. It can be used in various contexts, such as describing rice grains, sand particles, or even small items like beads. For example: There are many grains of rice「ご飯の粒がたくさんある」(ごはんのつぶがたくさんある). The sand particles are fine「砂の粒が細かい」(すなのつぶがこまかい). This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and can also be found in idiomatic expressions, such as '粒が揃う (つぶがそろう)', which means 'to be of uniform quality'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1567

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Lapis lazuli

    Reading

    onyomiりゅう

    ryuu

    ru

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1711

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Sulfur, Sulphur

    Reading

    onyomiりゅう

    ryuu

    Parts

    Stone Newborn

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    2017

    Handwriting

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