Page 1
kanji
女Meaning
Woman
Reading
kunyomiおんなonna
めme
onyomiじょjo
にょnyo
Parts
くHiragana ku 丿Katakana no 一One
Example Word
女性的: feminine. The Japanese adjective '女性的 (じょせいてき)' means 'feminine'. It is used to describe qualities, characteristics, or behaviors that are traditionally associated with women or femininity. This word can be applied to people, objects, or even abstract concepts. For example: She has a feminine way of speaking「彼女は女性的な話し方をする」(かのじょはじょせいてきなはなしかたをする). This dress has a very feminine design「このドレスはとても女性的なデザインです」(このドレスはとてもじょせいてきなデザインです). The term often carries a positive connotation, emphasizing grace, elegance, or delicacy.
Radical
女
Stroke Count
3JLPT
N5Grade
1Frequency
27
Handwriting
kanji
好Meaning
Like, Fond
Reading
kunyomiすsu
このkono
onyomiこうkou
Parts
女Woman 子Child
Example Word
好み: preference. The Japanese noun '好み (このみ)' means 'preference' or 'liking'. It refers to a person's taste, inclination, or choice in something, such as food, style, or activities. This word is often used to describe personal tastes or what someone likes. For example: Her preference is classical music「彼女の好みはクラシック音楽です」(かのじょのこのみはクラシックおんがくです). This dish suits my taste「この料理は私の好みに合います」(このりょうりはわたしのこのみにあいます). The word can also be used in contexts like fashion, hobbies, or even romantic preferences.
Radical
女
Stroke Count
6JLPT
N3Grade
4Frequency
177
Handwriting
kanji
如Meaning
As, Likeness
Reading
kunyomiごとgoto
onyomiじょjo
にょnyo
Parts
女Woman 口Mouth
Example Word
如何に: how. The Japanese adverb '如何に (いかに)' means 'how' and is used to inquire about the manner, degree, or extent of something. It often carries a formal or literary tone and is commonly used in written language or formal speech. For example: How did you solve the problem?「如何にその問題を解決しましたか?」(いかにそのもんだいをかいけつしましたか?). How important is this decision?「如何にこの決定が重要ですか?」(いかにこのけっていがじゅうようですか?). This adverb can also be used to express surprise or emphasis, as in 'How amazing!「如何に素晴らしい!」(いかにすばらしい!)'.
Radical
女
Stroke Count
6JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
217
Handwriting
kanji
姿Meaning
Shape, Figure
Reading
kunyomiすがたsugata
onyomiしshi
Parts
女Woman 次Next
Example Word
姿勢: posture. The Japanese noun '姿勢 (しせい)' primarily means 'posture'. It refers to the way in which someone holds their body, especially when standing or sitting. This word can also be used metaphorically to describe someone's attitude or stance towards a particular issue. For example: good posture is important「良い姿勢は大切です」(よいしせいはたいせつです). His posture towards work is very serious「彼の仕事に対する姿勢はとても真剣です」(かれのしごとにたいするしせいはとてもしんけんです). In both literal and metaphorical contexts, '姿勢' emphasizes the physical or mental alignment of a person.
Radical
女
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N1Grade
6Frequency
263
Handwriting
kanji
始Meaning
Begin
Reading
kunyomiはじhaji
onyomiしshi
Parts
女Woman 台Pedestal, Machine
Example Word
始める: start. The Japanese verb '始める (はじめる)' means 'to start' or 'to begin'. It is used to indicate the beginning of an action, event, or process. This verb is often paired with another verb in its stem form to express starting to do something, such as '食べ始める (たべはじめる)' (to start eating). For example: I started studying Japanese「日本語を勉強し始めた」(にほんごをべんきょうしはじめた). She began to cry「彼女は泣き始めた」(かのじょはなきはじめた). The verb can also stand alone to indicate the start of something, like 'The meeting started「会議が始まった」(かいぎがはじまった)'. Note that '始める' is a transitive verb, so it often takes a direct object.
Radical
女
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N4Grade
3Frequency
267
Handwriting
kanji
娘Meaning
Daughter, Girl
Reading
kunyomiむすめmusume
Parts
女Woman 良Good
Example Word
娘: daughter. The Japanese noun '娘 (むすめ)' means 'daughter'. It refers to a female child in relation to her parents. This word is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. For example: my daughter is kind「私の娘は優しい」(わたしのむすめはやさしい). Her daughter is a student「彼女の娘は学生です」(かのじょのむすめはがくせいです). The term can also be used affectionately or to refer to a young girl in general, though it primarily means 'daughter'.
Radical
女
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N3Grade
7Frequency
287
Handwriting
kanji
婦Meaning
Lady
Reading
onyomiふfu
Parts
女Woman 帚
Example Word
看護婦: nurse. The Japanese noun '看護婦 (かんごふ)' specifically refers to a 'female nurse'. This term is used to describe a woman who is trained to care for the sick or infirm, especially in a hospital setting. Historically, this term was commonly used, but in modern Japanese, the gender-neutral term '看護師 (かんごし)' is preferred to refer to nurses of any gender. Example sentences: The nurse is kind「看護婦は優しい」(かんごふはやさしい). She became a nurse「彼女は看護婦になった」(かのじょはかんごふになった). Note that while '看護婦' is still understood, it is considered outdated in professional contexts.
Radical
女
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N3Grade
5Frequency
346
Handwriting
kanji
妻Meaning
Wife
Reading
kunyomiつまtsuma
onyomiさいsai
Parts
女Woman 肀
Example Word
妻: wife. The Japanese noun '妻 (つま)' means 'wife'. It refers to a married woman in relation to her spouse. This term is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. For example: my wife is kind「私の妻は優しい」(わたしのつまはやさしい). He introduced his wife「彼は妻を紹介した」(かれはつまをしょうかいした). The word '妻' is neutral and does not carry any particular nuance, making it suitable for various situations. It is important to note that '妻' specifically refers to a wife and not to a girlfriend or fiancée.
Radical
女
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N3Grade
5Frequency
412
Handwriting
kanji
妙Meaning
Exquisite, Marvelous
Reading
kunyomiたえtae
onyomiみょうmyou
Parts
女Woman 少Few
Example Word
妙: strange. The Japanese noun '妙 (みょう)' primarily means 'strange' or 'mysterious'. It is often used to describe something that is unusual, peculiar, or beyond ordinary understanding. This word can carry a nuance of something being intriguingly odd or inexplicably fascinating. For example: That's strange「それは妙だ」(それはみょうだ). He has a mysterious power「彼は妙な力を持っている」(かれはみょうなちからをもっている). Additionally, '妙' can sometimes imply a sense of subtlety or finesse, particularly in contexts related to art or skill, though this usage is less common. For example: Her dance has a subtle charm「彼女のダンスは妙な魅力がある」(かのじょのダンスはみょうなみりょくがある).
Radical
女
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
445
Handwriting
kanji
奴Meaning
Servant, Dude
Reading
kunyomiやつyatsu
onyomiどdo
Parts
女Woman 又Again
Example Word
奴隷: slave. The Japanese noun '奴隷 (どれい)' refers to a 'slave', someone who is owned by another person and forced to work without personal freedom. Historically, it was used to describe individuals in servitude, often in contexts of forced labor or subjugation. In modern usage, it can also metaphorically describe someone who is excessively controlled or dominated by another, such as in a relationship or by societal pressures. Example sentences: He was treated like a slave「彼は奴隷のように扱われた」(かれはどれいのようにあつかわれた). Many people were enslaved during that era「その時代には多くの人々が奴隷にされた」(そのじだいにはおおくのひとびとがどれい にされた).
Radical
女
Stroke Count
5JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
450
Handwriting
kanji
嫌Meaning
Dislike
Reading
kunyomiいやiya
きらkira
onyomiけんken
げんgen
Parts
女Woman 兼Combine, Concurrently
Example Word
嫌う: dislike. The Japanese verb '嫌う (きらう)' means 'to dislike' or 'to avoid'. It is used to express a strong aversion or distaste towards something or someone. This verb can be applied to a wide range of contexts, from disliking certain foods to avoiding specific situations or people. For example: I dislike bitter foods「苦い食べ物を嫌う」(にがいたべものをきらう). He avoids crowded places「彼は混雑した場所を嫌う」(かれはこんざつしたばしょをきらう). It's important to note that '嫌う' often carries a stronger connotation than simply not liking something, implying a more active avoidance or rejection.
Radical
女
Stroke Count
13JLPT
N1Grade
9Frequency
660
Handwriting
kanji
姉Meaning
Older sister
Reading
kunyomiあねane
ねえnee
onyomiしshi
Parts
女Woman 市City, Market
Example Word
姉さん: sister. The Japanese noun '姉さん (ねえさん)' refers to an older sister. It is a respectful and affectionate term used to address or refer to one's own older sister or someone else's older sister. This term is commonly used in both formal and informal settings. For example: My sister is kind「私の姉さんは優しい」(わたしのねえさんはやさしい). Your sister is very beautiful「あなたの姉さんはとてもきれいです」(あなたのねえさんはとてもきれいです). It's important to note that '姉さん' can also be used to address older women in a respectful manner, similar to 'miss' or 'ma'am' in English, especially in service contexts like restaurants or shops.
Radical
女
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
695
Handwriting
kanji
婚Meaning
Marriage
Reading
onyomiこんkon
Parts
女Woman 昏
Example Word
離婚: divorce. The Japanese verbal noun '離婚 (りこん)' means 'divorce'. It refers to the legal dissolution of a marriage. This term is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to describe the act of ending a marital relationship. For example: They decided to get a divorce「彼らは離婚することに決めた」(かれらはりこんすることにきめた). Divorce rates are increasing「離婚率が増えている」(りこんりつがふえている). The word can also be used in compound phrases, such as '離婚届 (りこんとどけ)' (divorce papers).
Radical
女
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N3Grade
7Frequency
710
Handwriting
kanji
婆Meaning
Old woman
Reading
kunyomiばあbaa
onyomiばba
Parts
波Wave 女Woman
Example Word
婆さん: old woman or grandmother. The Japanese noun '婆さん (ばあさん)' can refer to one's grandmother or, more generally, an elderly woman. It is a colloquial term and can be used affectionately or neutrally, depending on the context. For example: my grandmother is kind「私の婆さんは優しい」(わたしのばあさんはやさしい). That old woman is walking slowly「あの婆さんはゆっくり歩いている」(あのばあさんはゆっくりあるいている). Note that while it can be affectionate, it may also carry a slightly informal or rustic tone, so it's important to consider the relationship and setting when using it.
Radical
女
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
762
Handwriting
kanji
妹Meaning
Younger sister
Reading
kunyomiいもうとimouto
onyomiまいmai
Parts
女Woman 未Not yet
Example Word
姉妹: sisters. The Japanese noun '姉妹 (しまい)' refers to 'sisters'. It specifically denotes a pair or group of female siblings. This term is often used in contexts discussing family relationships or to metaphorically describe close relationships between entities, such as sister cities or sister schools. For example: They are sisters「彼女たちは姉妹です」(かのじょたちはしまいです). Our school has a sister school in Japan「私たちの学校は日本に姉妹校があ ります」(わたしたちのがっこうはにほんにしまいこうがあります). The term can also be used in broader contexts to describe things that are closely related or paired, such as 'sister companies'.
Radical
女
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
794
Handwriting
kanji
威Meaning
Might, Intimidate
Reading
onyomiいi
Parts
女Woman 戌
Example Word
脅威: threat. The Japanese noun '脅威 (きょうい)' means 'threat'. It refers to something or someone that poses a danger or risk, often causing fear or concern. This word is commonly used in contexts such as security, politics, or natural disasters. For example: The new virus is a threat to public health「新しいウイルスは公衆衛生への脅威です」(あたらしいウイルスはこうしゅうえいせいへのきょういです). Climate change is a global threat「気候変動は世界的な脅威です」(きこうへんどうはせかいてきなきょういです). The word can also be used metaphorically to describe something that challenges or endangers stability or progress.
Radical
女
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
925
Handwriting
kanji
姓Meaning
Surname, Family name
Reading
onyomiしょうshou
せいsei
Parts
生Life 女Woman
Example Word
百姓: farmer. The Japanese noun '百姓 (ひゃくしょう)' historically refers to a farmer or peasant. It is an older term that was commonly used in feudal Japan to describe people who worked in agriculture. While it is still understood today, it can carry a somewhat outdated or even derogatory connotation in modern usage, depending on the context. For example: The farmer works hard「百姓は一生懸命働く」(ひゃくしょうはいっしょうけんめいはたらく). In the past, farmers were called '百姓'「昔、農民は百姓と呼ばれていた」(むかし、のうみんはひゃくしょうとよばれていた). It is important to note that in contemporary Japanese, the term '農民 (のうみん)' or '農家 (のうか)' is more commonly used to refer to farmers in a neutral or respectful way.
Radical
女
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N2Grade
7Frequency
949
Handwriting
kanji
嬢Meaning
Lass, Young lady
Reading
kunyomiむすめmusume
onyomiじょうjou
Parts
女Woman 㐮
Example Word
嬢: daughter or miss. The Japanese noun '嬢 (じょう)' has two distinct meanings. The first meaning is 'daughter', often used in formal or respectful contexts to refer to someone's daughter. For example: the shopkeeper's daughter「店主の嬢」(てんしゅのじょう). The second meaning is 'miss', a polite term used to address or refer to a young woman, similar to the English 'Miss'. For example: Miss Tanaka is here「田中嬢が来ています」(たなかじょうがきています). This term is often used in formal or respectful settings, such as in business or when addressing someone of higher social status. It is important to note that '嬢' is typically used in written or formal spoken language, and may sound outdated or overly formal in casual conversation.
Radical
女
Stroke Count
16JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
950
Handwriting
kanji
姫Meaning
Princess
Reading
kunyomiひめhime
Parts
女Woman 臣Servant, Retainer
Example Word
姫: princess. The Japanese noun '姫 (ひめ)' primarily means 'princess'. It is used to refer to a daughter of royalty or nobility, often in historical or fairy-tale contexts. In modern usage, it can also be used affectionately or metaphorically to describe a beloved or cherished woman, such as a daughter or girlfriend. For example: The princess is beautiful「姫は美しい」(ひめはうつくしい). She is like a princess「彼女は姫のようだ」(かのじょはひめのようだ). Note that '姫' can also appear in compound words, such as '姫路城 (ひめじじょう)', which refers to Himeji Castle, a famous historical site in Japan.
Radical
女
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
1029
Handwriting
kanji
嫁Meaning
Marry, Bride
Reading
kunyomiよめyome
とつtotsu
onyomiかka
Parts
女Woman 家House
Example Word
嫁: bride or daughter in law. The Japanese noun '嫁 (よめ)' has two primary meanings. The first is 'bride', referring to a woman on her wedding day or just after marriage. For example: The bride looked beautiful「嫁は美しかった」(よめはうつくしかった). The second meaning is 'daughter-in-law', referring to the wife of one's son. For example: My daughter-in-law is very kind「私の嫁はとても優しい」(わたしのよめはとてもやさしい). The context usually makes it clear which meaning is intended. In modern usage, 'bride' is more common, while 'daughter-in-law' is often used in family contexts. The word carries a traditional and respectful tone.
Radical
女
Stroke Count
13JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
1041
Handwriting
kanji
委Meaning
Committee
Reading
kunyomiゆだyuda
onyomiいi
Parts
禾Cereal 女Woman
Example Word
委員: committee. The Japanese noun '委員 (いいん)' refers to a 'committee' or a 'committee member'. It is used to describe a group of people appointed for a specific function or task, or an individual who is part of such a group. This term is commonly used in organizational, academic, and governmental contexts. For example: He is a member of the planning committee「彼は計画委員です」(かれはけいかくいいんです). The committee decided to postpone the event「委 員はイベントを延期することに決めました」(いいんはイベントをえんきすることにきめました).
Radical
女
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N2Grade
3Frequency
1424
Handwriting
kanji
妬Meaning
Envy, Jealous
Reading
kunyomiつもtsumo
そねsone
ねたneta
onyomiとto
つtsu
Parts
女Woman 石Stone
Example Word
嫉妬: jealousy. The Japanese noun '嫉妬 (しっと)' means 'jealousy'. It refers to the feeling of envy or resentment towards someone because of their advantages, achievements, or possessions. This word is often used in contexts involving relationships, competition, or personal insecurities. For example: She felt jealousy towards her friend「彼女は友達に嫉妬を感じた」(かのじょはともだちにしっとをかんじた). His success caused jealousy among his colleagues「彼の成功は同僚の間に嫉妬を引き起こした」(かれのせ いこうはどうりょうのあいだにしっとをひきおこした). The word can also imply a sense of bitterness or ill will, depending on the context.
Radical
女
Stroke Count
8JLPT
UnknownGrade
10Frequency
1700
Handwriting
kanji
嫉Meaning
Envy, Jealous
Reading
kunyomiにくniku
そねsone
ねたneta
onyomiしつshitsu
Parts
女Woman 疾Rapidly, Disease
Example Word
嫉妬: jealousy. The Japanese noun '嫉妬 (しっと)' means 'jealousy'. It refers to the feeling of envy or resentment towards someone because of their advantages, achievements, or possessions. This word is often used in contexts involving relationships, competition, or personal insecurities. For example: She felt jealousy towards her friend「彼女は友達に嫉妬を感じた」(かのじょはともだちにしっとをかんじた). His success caused jealousy among his colleagues「彼の成功は同僚の間に嫉妬を引き起こした」(かれのせいこうはどうりょうのあいだにしっとをひきおこした). The word can also imply a sense of bitterness or ill will, depending on the context.
Radical
女
Stroke Count
13JLPT
UnknownGrade
10Frequency
1702
Handwriting
kanji
妨Meaning
Hinder, Disturb
Reading
kunyomiさまたsamata
onyomiぼうbou
Parts
女Woman 方Direction
Example Word
妨害: obstruction. The Japanese verbal noun '妨害 (ぼうがい)' means 'obstruction' or 'interference'. It refers to the act of hindering or preventing something from happening, often intentionally. This word is commonly used in contexts such as communication, progress, or activities being disrupted. For example: The noise was an obstruction to our conversation「騒音が会話の妨害になった」(そうおんがかいわのぼうがいになった). The protest caused an obstruction to traffic「デモが交通の妨害になった」(デモがこうつうのぼうがいになった). It can also be used in legal or technical contexts, such as 'signal interference'「信号の妨害」(しんごうのぼうがい).
Radical
女
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
1713
Handwriting
kanji
婿Meaning
Bridegroom, Groom
Reading
kunyomiむこmuko
onyomiせいsei
Parts
女Woman 胥
Example Word
花婿: groom. The Japanese noun '花婿 (はなむこ)' refers specifically to the groom in a wedding ceremony. It is a compound word combining '花 (はな)' meaning 'flower' and '婿 (むこ)' meaning 'son-in-law' or 'bridegroom'. This term is used to describe the man who is getting married, often in a formal or celebratory context. For example: The groom looked very handsome「花婿はとてもハンサムでした」(はなむこはとてもハンサムでした). The bride and groom exchanged vows「花嫁と花婿は誓いを交わしました」(はなよめとはなむこはちかいをかわしました). The term is typically used in wedding-related contexts and carries a formal tone.
Radical
女
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
1813
Handwriting
kanji
妥Meaning
Gentle, Come to terms
Reading
onyomiだda
Parts
女Woman 爪Claw
Example Word
妥当: appropriate. The Japanese noun '妥当 (だとう)' means 'appropriate' or 'reasonable'. It is used to describe something that is suitable, fitting, or justifiable in a given context. This word is often used in formal or logical discussions to evaluate whether an action, decision, or idea is reasonable or valid. For example: His opinion is appropriate「彼の意見は妥当だ」(かれのいけんはだとうだ). This plan seems reasonable「このプランは妥当だ」(このプランはだとうだ). The word can also be used in the form '妥当性 (だとうせい)', which means 'validity' or 'reasonableness', often in academic or professional contexts.
Radical
女
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N1Grade
9Frequency
1934
Handwriting
kanji
娯Meaning
Enjoyment, Recreation
Reading
onyomiごgo
Parts
女Woman 呉Give, Wu China
Example Word
娯楽: entertainment. The Japanese noun '娯楽 (ごらく)' refers to 'entertainment' or 'amusement'. It is used to describe activities or forms of enjoyment that provide pleasure or relaxation. This word is often used in contexts related to leisure, such as movies, games, or recreational activities. For example: watching movies is a form of entertainment「映画を見ることは 娯楽です」(えいがをみることはごらくです). This park is a place for entertainment「この公園は娯楽の場所です」(このこうえんはごらくのばしょです). The term can also be used in a broader sense to describe anything that brings joy or diversion from daily routines.
Radical
女
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
1956
Handwriting
kanji
妊Meaning
Pregnant, Swollen
Reading
onyomiにんnin
Parts
女Woman 壬
Example Word
妊娠: pregnancy. The Japanese verbal noun '妊娠 (にんしん)' refers to the state of being pregnant. It is used to describe the condition of a woman carrying a developing embryo or fetus within her body. This term is commonly used in medical, personal, and formal contexts. For example: She is happy about her pregnancy「彼女は妊娠を喜んでいる」(かのじょはにんしんをよろこんでいる). The doctor confirmed the pregnancy「医者が妊娠を確認した」(いしゃがにんしんをかくにんした). It is important to note that '妊娠' is a noun and is often used with verbs like 'する' to indicate the act of becoming pregnant, as in '妊娠する (にんしんする)' (to become pregnant).
Radical
女
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N1Grade
9Frequency
2027
Handwriting
kanji
娠Meaning
Pregnant, Pregnancy
Reading
onyomiしんshin
Parts
女Woman 辰Sign of the dragon
Example Word
妊娠: pregnancy. The Japanese verbal noun '妊娠 (にんしん)' refers to the state of being pregnant. It is used to describe the condition of a woman carrying a developing embryo or fetus within her body. This term is commonly used in medical, personal, and formal contexts. For example: She is happy about her pregnancy「彼女は妊娠を喜んでいる」(かのじょはにんしんをよろこんでいる). The doctor confirmed the pregnancy「医者が妊娠を確認した」(いしゃがにんしんをかくにんした). It is important to note that '妊娠' is a noun and is often used with verbs like 'する' to indicate the act of becoming pregnant, as in '妊娠する (にんしんする)' (to become pregnant).
Radical
女
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N1Grade
9Frequency
2047
Handwriting