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Radical 頁 Jōyō Kanji Practice Quiz

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  • kanji

    Meaning

    Face

    Reading

    kunyomiかお

    kao

    onyomiがん

    gan

    Parts

    𦣻Neck (首)Eight Stand Cliff Fur

    Example Word

    横顔: profile. The Japanese noun '横顔 (よこがお)' refers to the side view or profile of a person's face. It is often used to describe someone's appearance from the side, emphasizing features like the nose, jawline, or cheekbones. This word can carry a poetic or aesthetic nuance, as it is sometimes used to highlight beauty or elegance. For example: Her profile is beautiful「彼女の横顔は美しい」(かのじょのよこがおはうつくしい). I saw his profile in the sunset「彼の横顔を夕日の中で見た」(かれのよこがおをゆうひのなかでみた). Note that '横顔' is distinct from '正面 (しょうめん)', which refers to the front view of a face.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    18

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    79

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Head

    Reading

    kunyomiあたま

    atama

    かしら

    kashira

    onyomiとう

    tou

    zu

    Parts

    Beans 𦣻Neck (首)Eight

    Example Word

    冒頭: beginning. The Japanese noun '冒頭 (ぼうとう)' refers to the 'beginning' or 'start' of something, such as a speech, story, or event. It is often used in formal or literary contexts to describe the opening part of a narrative or presentation. For example: at the beginning of the story「冒頭の部分」(ぼうとうのぶぶん). The speaker started with a joke at the beginning「スピーカーは冒頭でジョークを言った」(スピーカーはぼうとうでジョークをいった). This word emphasizes the initial part of something, setting the stage for what follows.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    16

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    129

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Approximate

    Reading

    kunyomiころ

    koro

    ごろ

    goro

    Parts

    Spoon Page

    Example Word

    何時頃: when. The Japanese noun '何時頃 (いつごろ)' means 'when' or 'around what time'. It is used to ask about an approximate time or period. This word is often used in casual conversations to inquire about the timing of events or actions. For example: When will you arrive?「何時頃に到着しますか?」(いつごろにとうちゃくしますか?). Around what time does the meeting start?「会議は何時頃始まりますか?」(かいぎはいつごろはじまりますか?). Note that '何時頃' is more casual and approximate compared to '何時 (なんじ)', which asks for a specific time.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    227

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Topic

    Reading

    onyomiだい

    dai

    Parts

    Right, Absolutely Page

    Example Word

    宿題: homework. The Japanese noun '宿題 (しゅくだい)' means 'homework'. It refers to tasks or assignments given to students to complete outside of class. This word is commonly used in educational contexts and is often associated with schoolwork. For example: I have a lot of homework「宿題がたくさんある」(しゅくだいがたくさんある). Did you finish your homework?「宿題は終わった?」(しゅくだいはおわった?). The word can also be used more broadly to refer to any pending task or responsibility, though this usage is less common.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    18

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    285

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Kind, Type

    Reading

    kunyomiたぐ

    tagu

    onyomiるい

    rui

    Parts

    Page

    Example Word

    類似: similarity. The Japanese noun '類似 (るいじ)' means 'similarity'. It refers to the state or quality of being similar or alike, often used in contexts comparing two or more things. This word is commonly used in both formal and informal settings, such as academic discussions, everyday conversations, or technical comparisons. For example: There is a similarity between the two theories「二つの理論には類似がある」(ふたつのりろんにはるいじがある). The similarity between these two paintings is striking「これらの二つの絵画の類似は驚くべきものだ」(これらのふたつのかいがのるいじはおどろくべきものだ). Note that '類似' can also be used in compound words like '類似点 (るいじてん)' (points of similarity) or '類似性 (るいじせい)' (similarity in nature).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    18

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    407

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Ask, Trust

    Reading

    kunyomiたよ

    tayo

    たの

    tano

    onyomiらい

    rai

    Parts

    Bundle, Bind Page

    Example Word

    頼る: rely. The Japanese verb '頼る (たよる)' means 'to rely on' or 'to depend on'. It is used when someone depends on another person, thing, or situation for support or help. This verb often implies a sense of trust or necessity in the reliance. For example: I rely on my friends「私は友達に頼る」(わたしはともだちにたよる). He depends on his parents for money「彼はお金を親に頼る」(かれはおかねをおやにたよる). The verb can also be used in a negative context, such as when someone relies too much on others. Note that '頼る' is often used with the particle 'に' to indicate the person or thing being relied upon.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    16

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    424

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Request, Wish

    Reading

    kunyomiねが

    nega

    onyomiがん

    gan

    Parts

    Meadow, Original Page

    Example Word

    願望: desire. The Japanese noun '願望 (がんぼう)' means 'desire' or 'wish'. It refers to a strong feeling of wanting something or wishing for something to happen. This word is often used in formal or literary contexts to express deep aspirations or longings. For example: His desire for success is strong「彼の成功への願望は強い」(かれのせいこうへのがんぼうはつよい). She has a wish to travel the world「彼女は世界を旅したいという願望がある」(かのじょはせかいをたびしたいというがんぼうがある). The word can also be used in psychological contexts to describe subconscious desires or aspirations.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    19

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    599

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Territory

    Reading

    onyomiりょう

    ryou

    Parts

    Orders Page

    Example Word

    領主: lord. The Japanese noun '領主 (りょうしゅ)' refers to a feudal lord or landowner, typically in the context of historical Japan. This term is used to describe someone who owns and governs a territory or domain, often with significant authority over the people living there. It is commonly associated with the feudal system of Japan, where lords controlled large areas of land and had vassals under their command. Example sentences: The lord ruled his territory wisely「領主は領地を賢く治めた」(りょうしゅはりょうちをかしこくおさめた). The lord's castle was very large「領主の城はとても大きかった」(りょうしゅのしろはとてもおおきかった).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    797

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Crown, Accept

    Reading

    kunyomiいただ

    itada

    いただき

    itadaki

    onyomiちょう

    chou

    Parts

    Street Page

    Example Word

    頂上: summit. The Japanese noun '頂上 (ちょうじょう)' refers to the highest point or peak of a mountain or hill. It can also be used metaphorically to describe the pinnacle or climax of something, such as a career or event. For example: we reached the summit「頂上に着いた」(ちょうじょうについた). The summit of his career「彼のキャリアの頂上」(かれのキャリアのちょうじょう). This word is often used in the context of mountain climbing or hiking, but can also be applied to other situations where reaching the highest point is significant.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    819

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Amount, Forehead

    Reading

    kunyomiひたい

    hitai

    onyomiがく

    gaku

    Parts

    Guest, Customer Page

    Example Word

    額: forehead. The Japanese noun '額 (ひたい)' refers to the 'forehead', the part of the face above the eyebrows and below the hairline. It is commonly used in everyday conversation and can also appear in idiomatic expressions or descriptive contexts. For example: She has a wide forehead「彼女は額が広い」(かのじょはひたいがひろい). He wiped the sweat from his forehead「彼は額の汗を拭いた」(かれはひたいのあせをぬぐった). The word is straightforward and primarily used in its literal sense.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    18

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    929

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Order, Obey

    Reading

    onyomiじゅん

    jun

    Parts

    River Page

    Example Word

    道順: route or directions. The Japanese noun '道順 (みちじゅん)' refers to the route or path to a destination, or the directions to get there. It is commonly used when asking for or giving instructions on how to reach a specific place. For example: Can you tell me the route to the station?「駅への道順を教えてくれますか?」(えきへのみちじゅんをおしえてくれますか?). I followed the directions and arrived safely「道順に従って、無事に着きました」(みちじゅんにしたがって、ぶじにつきました). This word emphasizes the sequence or order of steps to reach a destination, making it useful in navigation or travel contexts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    954

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Jaw, Cheeks

    Reading

    kunyomiほお

    hoo

    ほほ

    hoho

    onyomiきょう

    kyou

    Example Word

    頬: cheek. The Japanese noun '頬 (ほお)' refers to the 'cheek', the part of the face below the eye and between the nose and ear. It is commonly used in everyday conversation and literature to describe this specific part of the face. For example: Her cheeks turned red「彼女の頬が赤くなった」(かのじょのほおがあかくなった). He gently touched her cheek「彼は優しく彼女の頬に触れた」(かれはやさしくかのじょのほおにふれた). The word can also be used metaphorically or in idiomatic expressions, such as '頬を染める (ほおをそめる)', which means 'to blush'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    957

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Look back, Review

    Reading

    kunyomiかえり

    kaeri

    onyomi

    ko

    Parts

    Employ, Hire Page

    Example Word

    顧客: customer. The Japanese noun '顧客 (こきゃく)' means 'customer'. It refers to a person or entity that purchases goods or services from a business. This term is commonly used in business and retail contexts to describe clients or patrons. For example: The store values its customers「その店は顧客を大切にしている」(そのみせはこきゃくをたいせつにしている). We need to attract more customers「もっと顧客を集める必要がある」(もっとこきゃくをあつめるひつようがある). The word is neutral in tone and can be used in both formal and informal settings.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    21

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1338

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Necessary

    Reading

    kunyomiもと

    moto

    もち

    mochi

    まつ

    matsu

    すべし

    subeshi

    すべから

    subekara

    ひげ

    hige

    onyomi

    su

    しゅ

    shu

    Parts

    Fur Page

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1378

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Deposit

    Reading

    kunyomiあず

    azu

    onyomi

    yo

    Parts

    Beforehand Page

    Example Word

    預ける: entrust. The Japanese verb '預ける (あずける)' means 'to entrust' or 'to leave something in someone's care'. It is commonly used when you want to leave an object, responsibility, or even a person in the care of someone else. For example: I entrusted my bag to the hotel「ホテルに荷物を預けた」(ほてるににもつをあずけた). She left her child with her friend「彼女は友達に子供を預けた」(かのじょはともだちにこどもをあずけた). This verb implies a sense of trust and reliance on the person being entrusted. It can also be used in financial contexts, such as depositing money in a bank.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    1417

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Appear, Manifest

    Reading

    kunyomiあらわ

    arawa

    あきらか

    akiraka

    onyomiけん

    ken

    Parts

    Page

    Example Word

    顕著: remarkable. The Japanese adjectival noun '顕著 (けんちょ)' means 'remarkable' or 'notable'. It is used to describe something that is clearly visible, noticeable, or stands out due to its significance or impact. This word is often used in formal or academic contexts to highlight something that is particularly striking or evident. For example: The progress in technology is remarkable「技術の進歩は顕著だ」(ぎじゅつのしんぽはけんちょだ). The difference between the two groups was notable「二つのグループの違いは顕著だった」(ふたつのグループのちがいはけんちょだった). Note that '顕著' is typically used in written or formal speech rather than casual conversation.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    18

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1477

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Stubborn

    Reading

    onyomiがん

    gan

    Parts

    Origin Page

    Example Word

    頑丈: sturdy. The Japanese adjectival noun '頑丈 (がんじょう)' means 'sturdy' or 'robust'. It is used to describe something that is strongly built, durable, or tough, often referring to physical objects or structures. For example: This table is sturdy「このテーブルは頑丈だ」(このテーブルはがんじょうだ). The bridge is robust「その橋は頑丈だ」(そのはしはがんじょうだ). It can also be used metaphorically to describe someone's health or resolve, as in 'He has a sturdy constitution'「彼は頑丈な体を持っている」(かれはがんじょうなからだをもっている).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1535

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Immediate

    Reading

    kunyomiぬかずく

    nukazuku

    つまず

    tsumazu

    にわか

    niwaka

    onyomiとつ

    totsu

    とん

    ton

    Parts

    Barracks, Station troops Page

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1549

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Frequently, Frequent

    Reading

    kunyomiしき

    shiki

    onyomiひん

    hin

    Parts

    Page

    Example Word

    頻りに: frequently. The Japanese adverb '頻りに (しきりに)' means 'frequently' or 'repeatedly'. It is used to describe actions or events that occur often or persistently. This word often carries a nuance of intensity or earnestness, emphasizing the frequency or persistence of the action. For example: He frequently asked about her「彼は頻りに彼女のことを尋ねた」(かれはしきりにかのじょのことをたずねた). It rained frequently yesterday「昨日は頻りに雨が降った」(きのうはしきりにあめがふった). The adverb can also imply a sense of urgency or eagerness, depending on the context.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    17

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1575

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Chin

    Reading

    kunyomiあぎと

    agito

    あご

    ago

    onyomiがく

    gaku

    Parts

    Page

    Example Word

    顎: jaw. The Japanese noun '顎 (あご)' refers to the 'jaw', the bony structure that forms the framework of the mouth and holds the teeth. It is commonly used in both anatomical and everyday contexts. For example: my jaw hurts「顎が痛い」(あごがいたい). He has a strong jaw「彼は顎が強い」(かれはあごがつよい). The word can also be used metaphorically to describe someone's determination or stubbornness, as in '顎が外れるほど笑う (あごがはずれるほどわらう)', which means 'to laugh so hard one's jaw might fall off'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    18

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1654

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Clause, Paragraph

    Reading

    onyomiこう

    kou

    Parts

    Construction Page

    Example Word

    条項: clause or article. The Japanese noun '条項 (じょうこう)' refers to a specific clause or article within a document, contract, law, or agreement. It is commonly used in legal or formal contexts to denote a distinct provision or stipulation. For example: Please review clause 5 of the contract「契約の第5条項を確認してください」(けいやくのだいごじょうこうをかくにんしてください). This article is important「この条項は重要です」(このじょうこうはじゅうようです). The word is often used in discussions about legal documents, treaties, or regulations, where precision and clarity are essential.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1808

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Partition, Distribute widely

    Reading

    kunyomi

    wa

    onyomiはん

    han

    Parts

    Minute, Part Page

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    2097

    Handwriting