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kanji
動Meaning
Move
Reading
kunyomiうごugo
onyomiどうdou
Parts
重Heavy 力Power
Example Word
自動: automatic. The Japanese noun '自動 (じどう)' means 'automatic'. It refers to something that operates or functions by itself without human intervention. This term is commonly used in contexts related to machinery, devices, or systems that perform tasks automatically. For example: automatic door「自動ドア」(じどうドア). This car has an automatic transmission「この車は自動変速機です」(このくるまはじどうへんそくきです). The word can also be part of compound nouns, such as '自動販売機 (じどうはんばいき)' (vending machine), where it emphasizes the self-operating nature of the device.
Radical
力
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N4Grade
3Frequency
106
Handwriting
kanji
力Meaning
Power
Reading
kunyomiちからchikara
onyomiりきriki
りょくryoku
Parts
勹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
力
Stroke Count
2JLPT
N4Grade
1Frequency
116
Handwriting
kanji
助Meaning
Help
Reading
kunyomiたすtasu
すけsuke
onyomiじょjo
Parts
且Moreover, Also 力Power
Example Word
助け: help. The Japanese noun '助け (たすけ)' means 'help'. It refers to assistance or support provided to someone in need. This word is often used in situations where someone requires aid, whether physical, emotional, or otherwise. For example: I need your help「あなたの助けが必要です」(あなたのたすけがひつようです). He came to my rescue「彼は私の助けに来た」(かれはわたしのたすけにきた). The word can also be used in compound phrases, such as '助け合い (たすけあい)', which means 'mutual help' or 'helping each other'.
Radical
力
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N3Grade
3Frequency
200
Handwriting
kanji
加Meaning
Join, Add
Reading
kunyomiくわkuwa
onyomiかka
Parts
力Power 口Mouth
Example Word
追加: addition. The Japanese verbal noun '追加 (ついか)' means 'addition'. It refers to the act of adding something extra to what already exists. This word is commonly used in various contexts, such as adding items to an order, adding information to a document, or adding features to a product. For example: I added more details to the report「レポートに詳細を追加しました」(レポートにしょうさいをついかしました). Can you add this to the list?「これをリストに追加できますか?」(これをリストについかできますか?). The word '追加' is often used in both formal and informal settings, making it versatile in everyday conversation.
Radical
力
Stroke Count
5JLPT
N3Grade
4Frequency
345
Handwriting
kanji
勢Meaning
Power, Force
Reading
kunyomiいきおikio
onyomiせいsei
Parts
力Power 埶
Example Word
大勢: crowd. The Japanese noun '大勢 (おおぜい)' means 'crowd' or 'a large number of people'. It is used to describe a situation where many people are gathered together. This word is often used in contexts involving events, gatherings, or places where many people are present. For example: There was a crowd at the station「駅には大勢の人がいた」(えきにはおおぜいのひとがいた). A crowd gathered to watch the parade「パレードを見るために大勢が集まった」(パレードをみるためにおおぜいがあつまった). Note that '大勢' specifically refers to a large number of people, not objects or animals.
Radical
力
Stroke Count
13JLPT
N2Grade
5Frequency
357
Handwriting
kanji
勝Meaning
Victory
Reading
kunyomiかka
かつkatsu
onyomiしょうshou
Parts
月Moon, Month 劵Fatigue
Example Word
勝ち: victory. The Japanese noun '勝ち (かち)' means 'victory' or 'win'. It is used to describe the state of winning in a competition, game, or any contest. This word is often used in contexts related to sports, games, or battles. For example: The team achieved victory「チームは勝ちを収めた」(チームはかちをおさめた). Winning is important「勝ちが大切だ」(かちがたいせつだ). The nuance of this word emphasizes the result of overcoming an opponent or challenge. It can also be used metaphorically, such as in personal achievements or overcoming difficulties.
Radical
力
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N3Grade
3Frequency
377
Handwriting
kanji
労Meaning
Labor
Reading
onyomiろうrou
Parts
⺍Small 冖Crown 力Power
Example Word
労力: labor or effort. The Japanese noun '労力 (ろうりょく)' refers to the physical or mental effort expended to accomplish a task. It can also denote the labor or manpower required for a specific job or project. This word is often used in contexts involving work, construction, or any activity that requires significant exertion. For example: This project requires a lot of effort「このプロジェクトは多くの労力を必要とする」(このプロジェクトはおおくのろうりょくをひつようとする). We saved labor by using machines「機械を使って労力を節約した」(きかいをつかってろうりょくをせつやくした). The word emphasizes the amount of work or energy invested in achieving something.
Radical
力
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N3Grade
4Frequency
587
Handwriting
kanji
務Meaning
Duty, Task
Reading
kunyomiつとtsuto
onyomiむmu
Parts
矛Halberd 务
Example Word
事務: office work. The Japanese noun '事務 (じむ)' refers to 'office work' or 'administrative tasks'. It is commonly used to describe tasks related to managing paperwork, organizing schedules, or handling general administrative duties in an office setting. For example: I handle office work「私は事務を担当しています」(わたしはじむをたんとうしています). Office work is busy today「今日は事務が忙しい」(きょうはじむがいそがしい). This word is often used in professional contexts and can be combined with other words to form compound nouns, such as '事務所 (じむしょ)' (office) or '事務員 (じむいん)' (office worker).
Radical
力
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N3Grade
5Frequency
709
Handwriting
kanji
勇Meaning
Brave
Reading
kunyomiいさisa
onyomiゆうyuu
Parts
龴 男Man
Example Word
勇敢: brave. The Japanese adjectival noun '勇敢 (ゆうかん)' means 'brave'. It is used to describe someone who shows courage and fearlessness in the face of danger or difficulty. This word is often used to praise someone's actions or character. For example: He is a brave soldier「彼は勇敢な兵士です」(かれはゆうかんなへいしです). She faced the challenge bravely「彼女は勇敢にその挑戦に立ち向かった」(かのじょはゆうかんにそのちょうせんにたちむかった). The word can also be used in a more abstract sense, such as describing a brave decision「勇敢な決断」(ゆうかんなけつだん).
Radical
力
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N2Grade
4Frequency
795
Handwriting
kanji
勤Meaning
Diligence
Reading
kunyomiつとtsuto
onyomiきんkin
ごんgon
Parts
堇 力Power
Example Word
転勤: transfer. The Japanese verbal noun '転勤 (てんきん)' refers to a job transfer, typically involving relocation to a different workplace or branch within the same company. It is commonly used in professional contexts to describe an employee being reassigned to a new location. For example: I was transferred to the Osaka branch「大阪支店に転勤しました」(おおさかしてんにてんきんしました). His transfer was sudden「彼の転勤は突然でした」(かれのてんきんはとつぜんでした). This term is often associated with corporate culture in Japan, where employees may be required to move frequently for work.
Radical
力
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N3Grade
6Frequency
962
Handwriting
kanji
勘Meaning
Check, Intuition
Reading
onyomiかんkan
Parts
甚Extremely, Tremendously 力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
力
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
982
Handwriting
kanji
功Meaning
Merit, Achievement
Reading
onyomiくku
こうkou
Parts
力Power 工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
力
Stroke Count
5JLPT
N1Grade
4Frequency
991
Handwriting
kanji
努Meaning
Toil
Reading
kunyomiつとtsuto
onyomiどdo
Parts
奴Servant, Dude 力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
力
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N3Grade
4Frequency
1066
Handwriting
kanji
勉Meaning
Exertion
Reading
kunyomiつとtsuto
onyomiべんben
Parts
免Excuse, Exempt 力Power
Example Word
勤勉: diligent. The Japanese adjectival noun '勤勉 (きんべん)' means 'diligent'. It describes someone who is hardworking, industrious, and consistently puts effort into their tasks or studies. This word is often used to praise someone's work ethic or dedication. For example: He is a diligent student「彼は勤勉な学生です」(かれはきんべんながくせいです). Her diligence is admirable「彼女の勤勉さは素晴らしい」(かのじょのきんべんさはすばらしい). Note that '勤勉' is often followed by the particle '