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Radical 禾

 

    kanji

    Meaning

    Private, Me

    Reading

    kunyomiわたし

    watashi

    わたくし

    watakushi

    onyomi

    shi

    Parts

    Cereal Private

    Example Word

    私たち: we. The Japanese noun '私たち (わたしたち)' means 'we'. It is a first-person plural pronoun used to refer to a group that includes the speaker. This word is gender-neutral and is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. For example: we are friends「私たちは友達です」(わたしたちはともだちです). We went to the park「私たちは公園に行きました」(わたしたちはこうえんにいきました). It is important to note that '私たち' is often used to emphasize inclusivity, as it explicitly includes the speaker in the group being referred to.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    15

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Kind, Variety

    Reading

    kunyomiたね

    tane

    onyomiしゅ

    shu

    Parts

    Cereal Heavy

    Example Word

    機種: model or type. The Japanese noun '機種 (きしゅ)' refers to the model or type of a device, machine, or equipment. It is commonly used in contexts related to electronics, appliances, or machinery to specify a particular version or variant. For example: This smartphone model is popular「このスマートフォンの機種は人気です」(このスマートフォンのきしゅはにんきです). The new type of printer is more efficient「新しいプリンターの機種はより効率的です」(あたらしいプリンターのきしゅはよりこうりつてきです). The word is often used in technical or commercial settings to differentiate between different versions of products.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    280

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Order, Extent

    Reading

    kunyomiほど

    hodo

    onyomiてい

    tei

    Parts

    Cereal Display, Present

    Example Word

    過程: process. The Japanese noun '過程 (かてい)' means 'process'. It refers to a series of actions, changes, or functions that lead to a particular result or outcome. This word is often used in contexts where the focus is on the steps or stages involved in achieving something, rather than just the end result. For example: the process of making bread「パンを作る過程」(パンをつくるかてい). The process of learning a new language「新しい言語を学ぶ過程」(あたらしいげんごをまなぶかてい). It can also be used in more abstract contexts, such as the process of personal growth「個人の成長の過程」(こじんのせいちょうのかてい).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    307

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Section, Department

    Reading

    onyomi

    ka

    Parts

    Ladle, Dipper Cereal

    Example Word

    科目: subject. The Japanese noun '科目 (かもく)' refers to a 'subject' in the context of academic studies or a specific field of learning. It is commonly used in educational settings to describe different areas of study, such as mathematics, science, or history. For example: My favorite subject is math「私の好きな科目は数学です」(わたしのすきなかもくはすうがくです). This school offers many subjects「この学校は多くの科目を提供しています」(このがっこうはおおくのかもくをていきょうしています). The word can also be used in broader contexts to refer to categories or divisions within a system, such as in accounting or law.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    473

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Autumn

    Reading

    kunyomiあき

    aki

    onyomiしゅう

    shuu

    Parts

    Fire Cereal

    Example Word

    秋風: autumn wind. The Japanese noun '秋風 (あきかぜ)' literally translates to 'autumn wind'. It refers to the cool, refreshing wind that blows during the autumn season. This term is often used in poetry and literature to evoke the atmosphere of autumn. For example: The autumn wind feels refreshing「秋風が爽やかだ」(あきかぜがさわやかだ). The autumn wind blows through the trees「秋風が木々を吹き抜ける」(あきかぜがきぎをふきぬける). This word captures the essence of the season and is commonly used to describe the characteristic wind of autumn.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    527

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Accumulate

    Reading

    kunyomi

    tsu

    onyomiせき

    seki

    Parts

    Cereal Blame, Liability

    Example Word

    積極的: proactive. The Japanese adjective '積極的 (せっきょくてき)' means 'proactive'. It describes someone who takes initiative or acts with enthusiasm and assertiveness. This word is often used in contexts involving work, studies, or personal development to describe a positive and forward-thinking attitude. For example: He is proactive in his work「彼は仕事で積極的です」(かれはしごとでせっきょくてきです). She joined the project with a proactive attitude「彼女は積極的な態度でプロジェクトに参加しました」(かのじょはせっきょくてきなたいどでぷろじぇくとにさんかしました). The word can also imply a willingness to take risks or embrace challenges.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    16

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    725

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Move, Transfer

    Reading

    kunyomiうつ

    utsu

    onyomi

    i

    Parts

    Cereal Many

    Example Word

    推移: transition. The Japanese noun '推移 (すいい)' refers to a 'transition' or 'change over time'. It is commonly used to describe the process or progression of events, trends, or states. For example: the transition of seasons「季節の推移」(きせつのすいい). The change in economic conditions「経済状況の推移」(けいざいじょうきょうのすいい). This word is often used in formal or analytical contexts to discuss shifts or developments in various fields such as economics, history, or science.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    742

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Excel, Excellent

    Reading

    kunyomiひい

    hii

    onyomiしゅう

    shuu

    Parts

    Cereal

    Example Word

    優秀: excellent. The Japanese adjectival noun '優秀 (ゆうしゅう)' means 'excellent' and is used to describe someone or something that is outstanding, superior, or of high quality. It is often used to praise people, such as students, employees, or professionals, for their exceptional abilities or achievements. For example: He is an excellent student「彼は優秀な学生です」(かれはゆうしゅうながくせいです). This is an excellent product「これは優秀な製品です」(これはゆうしゅうなせいひんです). The term carries a formal tone and is commonly used in academic, professional, or evaluative contexts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    746

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Secret

    Reading

    kunyomi

    hi

    onyomi

    hi

    Parts

    Cereal Inevitable, Certain

    Example Word

    秘密: secret. The Japanese adjectival noun '秘密 (ひみつ)' means 'secret'. It refers to something that is kept hidden or concealed from others, often because it is private, confidential, or sensitive. This word can be used to describe information, actions, or objects that are not meant to be disclosed. For example: This is a secret「これは秘密です」(これはひみつです). She told me her secret「彼女は秘密を教えてくれた」(かのじょはひみつをおしえてくれた). The word can also be used in compound phrases, such as '秘密の場所 (ひみつのばしょ)' (secret place) or '秘密を守る (ひみつをまもる)' (to keep a secret).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    778

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Appellation

    Reading

    kunyomiとな

    tona

    たた

    tata

    ほめ

    home

    onyomiしょう

    shou

    Parts

    Cereal

    Example Word

    称する: call or claim. The Japanese verb '称する (しょうする)' has two primary meanings. The first is 'to call' or 'to name', often used when referring to something by a specific title or name. The second meaning is 'to claim', typically used when someone asserts something about themselves or others, sometimes with a sense of exaggeration or formality. For example: He calls himself a genius「彼は天才と称する」(かれはてんさいとしょうする). The group claims to have a thousand members「そのグループは千人を称する」(そのグループはせんにんをしょうする). This verb is often used in formal or written contexts and can carry a nuance of self-importance or grandiosity depending on the situation.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    953

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Think, Consider

    Reading

    kunyomiかんが

    kanga

    とど

    todo

    onyomiけい

    kei

    Parts

    Cereal Purport, Delicious

    Example Word

    稽古: practice. The Japanese verbal noun '稽古 (けいこ)' primarily means 'practice' or 'training'. It is commonly used in contexts related to learning or perfecting a skill, such as martial arts, traditional arts, or performing arts. For example: I have kendo practice today「今日は剣道の稽古があります」(きょうはけんどうのけいこがあります). She is practicing the tea ceremony「彼女は茶道の稽古をしています」(かのじょはさどうのけいこをしています). The word often carries a nuance of disciplined, repetitive training aimed at mastery, and it is frequently used in traditional or artistic contexts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1267

    Handwriting

    kanji

    稿

    Meaning

    Manuscript, Draft

    Reading

    kunyomiわら

    wara

    したがき

    shitagaki

    onyomiこう

    kou

    Parts

    Cereal High, Expensive

    Example Word

    原稿: manuscript. The Japanese noun '原稿 (げんこう)' refers to a 'manuscript' or 'draft'. It is commonly used to describe a written document, such as a draft of a book, article, or speech, before it is finalized or published. For example: I finished writing the manuscript「原稿を書き終えました」(げんこうをかきおえました). Please submit your manuscript by tomorrow「明日までに原稿を提出してください」(あしたまでにげんこうをていしゅつしてください). This word is often used in professional or academic contexts, such as publishing, journalism, or writing.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1299

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Rice plant

    Reading

    kunyomiいな

    ina

    いね

    ine

    onyomiとう

    tou

    Parts

    Cereal Day, Sun

    Example Word

    稲: rice. The Japanese noun '稲 (いね)' refers specifically to the rice plant, particularly before it is harvested. This term is used in agricultural contexts and is distinct from '米 (こめ)', which refers to rice as a grain or food. '稲' is often associated with rice paddies and the cultivation process. For example: The rice plants are growing well「稲がよく育っている」(いねがよくそだっている). We planted rice in the field「田んぼに稲を植えた」(たんぼにいねをうえた).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1357

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Tax

    Reading

    onyomiぜい

    zei

    Parts

    Cereal

    Example Word

    課税: taxation. The Japanese noun '課税 (かぜい)' refers to the act or system of imposing taxes. It is commonly used in legal, financial, and administrative contexts to describe the process of levying taxes on income, property, goods, or services. For example: The government imposes taxation on luxury goods「政府は贅沢品に課税する」(せいふはぜいたくひんにかぜいする). This income is subject to taxation「この所得は課税対象です」(このしょとくはかぜいたいしょうです). The term can also refer to the tax itself in certain contexts, but its primary meaning is the act of taxing.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    1486

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Calm, Moderate

    Reading

    kunyomiおだ

    oda

    onyomiおん

    on

    Parts

    Cereal

    Example Word

    穏やか: calm. The Japanese adjective '穏やか (おだやか)' means 'calm'. It is used to describe a state of tranquility, peacefulness, or mildness. This word can be applied to various contexts, such as describing a person's demeanor, the weather, or a situation. For example: the sea is calm today「今日の海は穏やかだ」(きょうのうみはおだやかだ). She has a calm personality「彼女は穏やかな性格だ」(かのじょはおだやかなせいかくだ). It can also describe a gentle or mild manner, as in '穏やかな風 (おだやかなかぜ) (gentle breeze)'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    16

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1555

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Spike

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ho

    onyomiすい

    sui

    Parts

    Cereal Favor, Bestow a favor

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1572

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Work, Earnings

    Reading

    kunyomiかせ

    kase

    onyomi

    ka

    Parts

    Cereal House

    Example Word

    稼ぐ: earn. The Japanese verb '稼ぐ (かせぐ)' primarily means 'to earn' or 'to make money'. It is commonly used in contexts related to work, labor, or any activity that generates income. For example: He earns a lot of money「彼はたくさん稼ぐ」(かれはたくさんかせぐ). I need to earn more to support my family「家族を養うためにもっと稼ぐ必要がある」(かぞくをやしなうためにもっとかせぐひつようがある). Additionally, '稼ぐ' can also imply working hard or putting in effort to achieve something, not just financially. For instance: She worked hard to earn her promotion「彼女は昇進を稼ぐために一生懸命働いた」(かのじょはしょうしんをかせぐためにいっしょうけんめいはたらいた).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1670

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Order, Regularity

    Reading

    onyomiちつ

    chitsu

    Parts

    Cereal Lose, Fault

    Example Word

    秩序: order. The Japanese noun '秩序 (ちつじょ)' means 'order' in the sense of a systematic or harmonious arrangement. It is often used to describe social, natural, or organizational systems where things are structured and functioning properly. For example: maintaining social order「社会の秩序を守る」(しゃかいのちつじょをまもる). The natural order of the ecosystem「生態系の秩序」(せいたいけいのちつじょ). This word is commonly used in formal or academic contexts to discuss stability, rules, or systems. It is not used to describe personal tidiness or neatness, which would be expressed with words like '整理 (せいり)'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1716

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Young, Immature

    Reading

    onyomi

    chi

    Parts

    Cereal Bird

    Example Word

    幼稚: immature. The Japanese adjectival noun '幼稚 (ようち)' means 'immature' or 'childish'. It is often used to describe behavior, thinking, or actions that are not appropriate for someone's age or position, suggesting a lack of maturity or sophistication. For example: His behavior is immature「彼の行動は幼稚だ」(かれのこうどうはようちだ). That idea is too childish「その考えは幼稚すぎる」(そのかんがえはようちすぎる). It can also refer to something being at an early stage of development, such as '幼稚な技術 (ようちなぎじゅつ)' (immature technology). Note that this word can carry a slightly negative connotation when used to describe people.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1740

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Grain, Cereal

    Reading

    onyomiこく

    koku

    Parts

    Samurai Crown Cereal Pike

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    1768

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Second

    Reading

    onyomiびょう

    byou

    Parts

    Cereal Few

    Example Word

    秒: second. The Japanese suffix '秒 (びょう)' means 'second' and is used as a unit of time. It is commonly attached to numbers to indicate a specific number of seconds. For example: 10 seconds「10秒」(じゅうびょう). It can also be used in expressions like 'a few seconds'「数秒」(すうびょう). This suffix is essential for discussing time durations in Japanese, whether in everyday conversation or technical contexts. Note that '秒' is always used as a suffix and never stands alone as a word.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    1870

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Harvest

    Reading

    onyomiかく

    kaku

    Parts

    Cereal

    Example Word

    収穫: harvest. The Japanese verbal noun '収穫 (しゅうかく)' primarily means 'harvest'. It refers to the process or result of gathering crops from the fields. This word can also be used metaphorically to describe the fruits of one's labor or efforts in a broader sense. For example: The harvest this year was abundant「今年の収穫は豊かだった」(ことしのしゅうかくはゆたかだった). We are looking forward to the harvest of our hard work「私たちの努力の収穫を楽しみにしている」(わたしたちのどりょくのしゅうかくをたのしみにしている). It is important to note that '収穫' is often used in agricultural contexts but can extend to other areas where results or outcomes are gathered.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    18

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1963

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Tariff, Land tax

    Reading

    onyomi

    so

    Parts

    Cereal Moreover, Also

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1977

    Handwriting

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