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Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Radical

Radical 力

 

    kanji

    Meaning

    Move

    Reading

    kunyomiうご

    ugo

    onyomiどう

    dou

    Parts

    Heavy Power

    Example Word

    動員: mobilization. The Japanese noun '動員 (どういん)' refers to the act of mobilizing or assembling resources, people, or forces for a specific purpose. It is commonly used in contexts such as military mobilization, workforce mobilization, or organizing people for an event. For example: The government ordered the mobilization of troops「政府は軍隊の動員を命じた」(せいふはぐんたいのどういんをめいじた). The company conducted a mobilization of employees for the project「会社はそのプロジェクトのために従業員の動員を行った」(かいしゃはそのプロジェクトのためにじゅうぎょういんのどういんをおこなった). This term can also imply a sense of urgency or large-scale coordination.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    106

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Power

    Reading

    kunyomiちから

    chikara

    onyomiりき

    riki

    りょく

    ryoku

    Parts

    Wrap 丿Katakana no

    Example Word

    権力: power or authority. The Japanese noun '権力 (けんりょく)' refers to 'power' or 'authority', particularly in a political, social, or organizational context. It often implies the ability to control or influence others, institutions, or systems. For example: The government holds great power「政府は大きな権力を持っている」(せいふはおおきなけんりょくをもっている). He used his authority to make decisions「彼は権力を使って決定を下した」(かれはけんりょくをつかってけっていをくだした). Note that '権力' is often associated with formal or institutional power, as opposed to personal influence or strength.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    2

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    116

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Help

    Reading

    kunyomiたす

    tasu

    すけ

    suke

    onyomiじょ

    jo

    Parts

    Moreover, Also Power

    Example Word

    助手: assistant. The Japanese noun '助手 (じょしゅ)' means 'assistant'. It refers to someone who provides help or support, often in a professional or academic setting. For example, in a university, a '助手' might assist a professor with research or teaching. In a workplace, it could refer to a junior staff member who supports more senior colleagues. Example sentences: The assistant prepared the documents「助手が書類を準備した」(じょしゅがしょるいをじゅんびした). She works as an assistant at the university「彼女は大学で助手として働いている」(かのじょはだいがくでじょしゅとしてはたらいている).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    200

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Join, Add

    Reading

    kunyomiくわ

    kuwa

    onyomi

    ka

    Parts

    Power Mouth

    Example Word

    加盟: membership. The Japanese noun '加盟 (かめい)' refers to the act of joining or becoming a member of an organization, group, or alliance. It is commonly used in formal contexts, such as when a country joins an international organization or a company becomes part of a larger association. For example: Japan's membership in the United Nations「日本の国連への加盟」(にほんのこくれんへのかめい). The company decided to join the trade association「その会社はその業界団体への加盟を決めた」(そのかいしゃはそのぎょうかいだんたいへのかめいをきめた). The term emphasizes the formal and official nature of the membership.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    5

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    345

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Power, Force

    Reading

    kunyomiいきお

    ikio

    onyomiせい

    sei

    Parts

    Power

    Example Word

    情勢: situation. The Japanese noun '情勢 (じょうせい)' refers to the state or condition of affairs, particularly in a political, economic, or social context. It is often used to describe the current state of events or trends. For example: The political situation is unstable「政治の情勢は不安定です」(せいじのじょうせいはふあんていです). The economic situation is improving「経済の情勢は改善しています」(けいざいのじょうせいはかいぜんしています). This term is commonly used in news reports, discussions, and analyses to describe the broader state of affairs.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    357

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Victory

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ka

    かつ

    katsu

    onyomiしょう

    shou

    Parts

    Moon, Month Fatigue

    Example Word

    勝負: match or contest. The Japanese verbal noun '勝負 (しょうぶ)' refers to a match, game, or contest where there is a clear winner and loser. It is often used in the context of sports, games, or competitions, but can also be applied to any situation where there is a decisive outcome. For example: The match starts now「勝負はこれからだ」(しょうぶはこれからだ). He is good at contests「彼は勝負強い」(かれはしょうぶづよい). The word can also imply a sense of challenge or confrontation, as in 'to take on a challenge' or 'to face off against someone.'

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    377

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Labor

    Reading

    onyomiろう

    rou

    Parts

    Small Crown Power

    Example Word

    労働: work. The Japanese verbal noun '労働 (ろうどう)' refers to 'work' or 'labor', specifically in the context of physical or mental effort exerted to achieve a purpose, often in a professional or industrial setting. It is commonly used in discussions about employment, labor rights, or economic activities. For example: He works hard every day「彼は毎日労働する」(かれはまいにちろうどうする). Labor conditions are improving「労働条件が改善されている」(ろうどうじょうけんがいぜんされている). The word can also appear in compounds like '労働者 (ろうどうしゃ)' (worker) or '労働時間 (ろうどうじかん)' (working hours).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    587

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Duty, Task

    Reading

    kunyomiつと

    tsuto

    onyomi

    mu

    Parts

    Halberd

    Example Word

    刑務所: prison. The Japanese noun '刑務所 (けいむしょ)' refers to a 'prison' or 'penitentiary', a facility where individuals convicted of crimes are incarcerated. This term is specifically used for institutions that house individuals serving sentences for criminal offenses. It is a formal term and is commonly used in legal and official contexts. For example: He was sent to prison「彼は刑務所に送られた」(かれはけいむしょにおくられた). The prison is located outside the city「その刑務所は市の外にあります」(そのけいむしょはしのそとにあります). Note that '刑務所' is distinct from other terms like '拘置所 (こうちしょ)', which refers to a detention center for individuals awaiting trial.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    709

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Brave

    Reading

    kunyomiいさ

    isa

    onyomiゆう

    yuu

    Parts

    Man

    Example Word

    勇気: courage. The Japanese noun '勇気 (ゆうき)' means 'courage'. It refers to the mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty. This word is often used in contexts where someone overcomes fear or takes a bold step despite challenges. For example: He showed great courage「彼は大きな勇気を見せた」(かれはおおきなゆうきをみせた). It takes courage to speak the truth「真実を話すには勇気がいる」(しんじつをはなすにはゆうきがいる). The word can also be used in phrases like '勇気を出す (ゆうきをだす)', which means 'to muster courage'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    795

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Diligence

    Reading

    kunyomiつと

    tsuto

    onyomiきん

    kin

    ごん

    gon

    Parts

    Power

    Example Word

    勤め: duty. The Japanese noun '勤め (つとめ)' primarily means 'duty' or 'obligation'. It refers to a task or responsibility that one is expected to fulfill, often in a professional or societal context. This word can also imply a sense of moral or social obligation. For example: It is my duty to help「助けるのは私の勤めです」(たすけるのはわたしのつとめです). He fulfilled his duty「彼は勤めを果たした」(かれはつとめをはたした). Additionally, '勤め' can sometimes refer to one's job or employment, though this usage is less common and context-dependent.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    962

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Check, Intuition

    Reading

    onyomiかん

    kan

    Parts

    Extremely, Tremendously Power

    Example Word

    勘定: bill or calculation. The Japanese verbal noun '勘定 (かんじょう)' has two primary meanings. The first is 'bill', referring to the amount owed for services or goods, often used in restaurants or stores. For example: Please bring the bill「勘定をお願いします」(かんじょうをおねがいします). The second meaning is 'calculation', referring to the act of computing or figuring out numbers. For example: He is good at mental calculation「彼は暗算の勘定が得意です」(かれはあんざんのかんじょうがとくいです). The word can also imply careful consideration or planning in certain contexts, such as 'taking into account'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    982

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Merit, Achievement

    Reading

    onyomi

    ku

    こう

    kou

    Parts

    Power Construction

    Example Word

    成功: success. The Japanese verbal noun '成功 (せいこう)' means 'success'. It refers to the achievement of a desired goal or outcome. This word is commonly used in contexts related to personal, professional, or academic achievements. For example: His success was celebrated by everyone「彼の成功は皆に祝われた」(かれのせいこうはみんなにいわわれた). The project was a great success「そのプロジェクトは大成功だった」(そのプロジェクトはだいせいこうだった). Note that '成功' can also be used as a verb when combined with the auxiliary verb 'する', as in '成功する (せいこうする)', meaning 'to succeed'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    5

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    991

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Toil

    Reading

    kunyomiつと

    tsuto

    onyomi

    do

    Parts

    Servant, Dude Power

    Example Word

    努力: effort. The Japanese verbal noun '努力 (どりょく)' means 'effort'. It refers to the act of striving or working hard towards a goal. This word is often used in contexts where perseverance and dedication are emphasized. For example: He made an effort to learn Japanese「彼は日本語を学ぶために努力した」(かれはにほんごをまなぶためにどりょくした). Without effort, success is impossible「努力なしでは成功は不可能だ」(どりょくなしではせいこうはふかのうだ). The word can also be used in phrases like '努力家 (どりょくか)', which means 'hard worker' or 'diligent person'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    1066

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Exertion

    Reading

    kunyomiつと

    tsuto

    onyomiべん

    ben

    Parts

    Excuse, Exempt Power

    Example Word

    勉強: study. The Japanese verbal noun '勉強 (べんきょう)' primarily means 'study'. It refers to the act of learning or acquiring knowledge, often through formal education or self-directed efforts. This word is commonly used in contexts related to education, such as studying for exams or learning new skills. For example: I study Japanese every day「毎日日本語を勉強します」(まいにちにほんごをべんきょうします). She is studying hard for her exams「彼女は試験のために一生懸命勉強しています」(かのじょはしけんのためにいっしょうけんめいべんきょうしています). Additionally, '勉強' can sometimes imply a sense of effort or hard work, not just academic study. It can also be used in a broader sense to mean 'learning through experience' or 'gaining knowledge through practice'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    1226

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Effective

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ki

    onyomiこう

    kou

    Parts

    Mix Power

    Example Word

    無効: invalid. The Japanese adjectival noun '無効 (むこう)' means 'invalid' or 'null and void'. It is used to describe something that has no legal or binding force, or something that is not effective or recognized. This term is often used in legal, contractual, or technical contexts. For example: The contract is invalid「その契約は無効です」(そのけいやくはむこうです). The ticket is no longer valid「そのチケットは無効になりました」(そのチケットはむこうになりました). It can also be used in everyday situations to indicate that something is not functioning or recognized, such as a coupon or a password.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    1259

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Inferior, Inferiority

    Reading

    kunyomiおと

    oto

    onyomiれつ

    retsu

    Parts

    Few Power

    Example Word

    劣る: inferior. The Japanese verb '劣る (おとる)' means 'to be inferior' or 'to be worse than'. It is used to compare two things, where one is of lesser quality, ability, or value compared to the other. This verb often carries a nuance of being lacking or not measuring up to a standard. For example: His skills are inferior to hers「彼のスキルは彼女に劣る」(かれのスキルはかのじょにおとる). This product is inferior to the previous model「この製品は前のモデルに劣る」(このせいひんはまえのモデルにおとる). Note that '劣る' is typically used in formal or written contexts and is less common in casual conversation.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    6

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1400

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Urge, Recommend

    Reading

    kunyomiすす

    susu

    onyomiかん

    kan

    Parts

    Bird Power

    Example Word

    勧め: recommendation. The Japanese noun '勧め (すすめる)' means 'recommendation' or 'advice'. It is used when someone suggests or advises something to another person. This word often implies that the recommendation is made with good intentions, aiming to benefit the recipient. For example: I followed his recommendation「彼の勧めに従った」(かれのすすめにしたがった). She gave me a recommendation to read this book「彼女はこの本を読むように勧めてくれた」(かのじょはこのほんをよむようにすすめてくれた). Note that '勧め' can also be used in formal contexts, such as professional advice or suggestions.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1565

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Strive, Encourage

    Reading

    kunyomiはげ

    hage

    onyomiれい

    rei

    Parts

    Power

    Example Word

    励ます: encourage. The Japanese verb '励ます (はげます)' means 'to encourage'. It is used when someone is trying to cheer up or motivate another person, often in situations where the person is feeling down or facing difficulties. This verb can be used in various contexts, such as encouraging a friend, a colleague, or even oneself. For example: I encouraged my friend to keep trying「友達を励まして続けるように言った」(ともだちをはげましてつづけるようにいった). The teacher encouraged the students before the exam「先生は試験前に生徒を励ました」(せんせいはしけんまえにせいとをはげました). It's important to note that this verb often implies emotional support and motivation, rather than just giving advice or instructions.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1648

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Raise, Recruit

    Reading

    kunyomiつの

    tsuno

    onyomi

    bo

    Parts

    Power

    Example Word

    募集: recruitment. The Japanese verbal noun '募集 (ぼしゅう)' primarily means 'recruitment'. It is commonly used in contexts related to hiring, gathering participants, or collecting applications. For example: The company is recruiting new employees「会社は新しい従業員を募集している」(かいしゃはあたらしいじゅうぎょういんをぼしゅうしている). We are looking for volunteers「ボランティアを募集しています」(ぼらんてぃあをぼしゅうしています). The term can also be used in non-employment contexts, such as collecting ideas or entries for a contest. It is a formal term often seen in job postings, advertisements, or announcements.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1912

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Imperial order, Imperial decree

    Reading

    kunyomiいまし

    imashi

    みことのり

    mikotonori

    onyomiちょく

    choku

    Parts

    Bundle, Bind Power

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1921

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Rise, Suddenness

    Reading

    kunyomiおこ

    oko

    にわかに

    niwakani

    onyomiぼつ

    botsu

    ほつ

    hotsu

    Parts

    Power

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1959

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Merit

    Reading

    kunyomiいさお

    isao

    onyomiくん

    kun

    Parts

    Move

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1994

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Investigate, Censure

    Reading

    onyomiがい

    gai

    Parts

    Power

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    2135

    Handwriting

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