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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

    顔色: mood or complexion. The Japanese noun '顔色 (かおいろ)' has two distinct meanings. The first meaning refers to a person's complexion or the color of their face, often used to describe someone's health or physical state. For example: Her complexion looks pale「彼女の顔色が青い」(かのじょのかおいろがあおい). The second meaning refers to a person's mood or emotional state, often inferred from their facial expression. For example: I could tell his mood from his expression「彼の顔色で気持ちがわかった」(かれのかおいろできもちがわかった). This word is commonly used in both literal and figurative contexts, making it versatile in everyday conversation.

    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

    頭: head. The Japanese noun '頭 (あたま)' primarily means 'head'. It refers to the physical head of a person or animal, but it can also be used metaphorically to refer to intelligence or leadership. For example: my head hurts「頭が痛い」(あたまがいたい). He is the head of the company「彼は会社の頭だ」(かれはかいしゃのあたまだ). Additionally, '頭' can be used in idiomatic expressions, such as '頭がいい (あたまがいい)' meaning 'smart' or 'intelligent'.

    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

    近頃: recently. The Japanese noun '近頃 (ちかごろ)' means 'recently' or 'lately'. It is used to refer to a period of time that is close to the present, often implying a sense of change or something new. This word is commonly used in both casual and formal contexts. For example: I've been busy recently「近頃忙しいです」(ちかごろいそがしいです). The weather has been strange lately「近頃天気が変です」(ちかごろてんきがへんです). Note that '近頃' can sometimes carry a nuance of reflecting on a change or trend over a short period of time.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    227

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Topic

    Reading

    onyomiだい

    dai

    Parts

    Right, Absolutely Page

    Example Word

    議題: agenda. The Japanese noun '議題 (ぎだい)' refers to the topic or subject of discussion, particularly in formal meetings or assemblies. It is commonly used in contexts such as business meetings, conferences, or political discussions. For example: The agenda for today's meeting is set「今日の会議の議題は決まっている」(きょうのかいぎのぎだいはきまっている). Let's add this issue to the agenda「この問題を議題に加えましょう」(このもんだいをぎだにくわえましょう). The word emphasizes the formal nature of the topic being discussed.

    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

    分類: classification. The Japanese verbal noun '分類 (ぶんるい)' means 'classification'. It refers to the act or process of categorizing or organizing things into groups based on shared characteristics. This term is commonly used in academic, scientific, and everyday contexts. For example: The classification of animals is important in biology「動物の分類は生物学で重要です」(どうぶつのぶんるいはせいぶつがくでじゅうようです). Please classify these documents by date「これらの書類を日付で分類してください」(これらのしょるいをひづけでぶんるいしてください). The word can also be used in compound nouns, such as '分類学 (ぶんるいがく)' (taxonomy).

    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

    信頼: trust. The Japanese verbal noun '信頼 (しんらい)' means 'trust'. It refers to a firm belief in the reliability, truth, or ability of someone or something. This word is often used in contexts involving relationships, teamwork, or reliability. For example: I trust my friend「私は友達を信頼している」(わたしはともだちをしんらいしている). Mutual trust is important in a team「チームでの相互信頼は大切です」(チームでのそうごしんらいはたいせつです). The word can also be used in formal or professional settings, such as '信頼関係 (しんらいかんけい)', which means 'relationship of trust'.

    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

    大統領: president. The Japanese noun '大統領 (だいとうりょう)' refers to the 'president' of a country, particularly in the context of a republic or democratic nation. It is commonly used to describe the head of state or government in countries like the United States. For example: The president gave a speech「大統領が演説をした」(だいとうりょうがえんぜつをした). The president visited Japan「大統領が日本を訪問した」(だいとうりょうがにほんをほうもんした). This term is specific to political leaders and is not used for other types of leaders or executives.

    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

    頂く: eat or receive. The Japanese verb '頂く (いただく)' is a humble form of 'もらう' (to receive) and '食べる' (to eat). It is used to express receiving something from someone of higher status or to humbly express eating or drinking. This verb conveys respect and gratitude towards the giver or the act of consuming. For example: I received a gift from the teacher「先生からプレゼントを頂きました」(せんせいからぷれぜんとをいただきました). I will eat this meal「この食事を頂きます」(このしょくじをいただきます). The verb is often used in formal situations or when showing politeness.

    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

    価額: value or price. The Japanese noun '価額 (かがく)' refers to the monetary value or price of something. It is often used in formal or business contexts to discuss the cost or valuation of goods, services, or assets. For example: the price of the product「その商品の価額」(そのしょうひんのかがく). The value of the property「その不動産の価額」(そのふどうさんのかがく). This term is more formal and less commonly used in everyday conversation compared to words like '値段 (ねだん)' or '価格 (かかく)', which also mean 'price'.

    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

    手順: procedure. The Japanese noun '手順 (てじゅん)' refers to a 'procedure' or 'sequence of steps' that one follows to accomplish a task. It is commonly used in contexts where a specific order or method is required, such as in cooking, technical processes, or administrative tasks. For example: follow the procedure「手順に従ってください」(てじゅんにしたがってください). The procedure for setting up the device is simple「その装置をセットアップする手順は簡単です」(そのそうちをセットアップするてじゅんはかんたんです). This word emphasizes the importance of following a structured approach to achieve a desired outcome.

    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

    預かる: keep. The Japanese verb '預かる (あずかる)' means 'to keep' or 'to take care of something temporarily on behalf of someone else'. It is often used when someone entrusts an item, responsibility, or even a person to another for safekeeping. For example: I will keep your luggage「あなたの荷物を預かります」(あなたのにもつをあずかります). She is taking care of my child today「彼女は今日私の子供を預かっています」(かのじょはきょうわたしのこどもをあずかっています). This verb emphasizes the temporary nature of the responsibility and the trust involved in the act of keeping something safe.

    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: frequently or eagerly. The Japanese adverb '頻り (しきり)' has two distinct meanings. The first meaning is 'frequently', which is used to describe something that happens often or repeatedly. For example: It rained frequently yesterday「昨日は頻りと雨が降った」(きのうはしきりとあめがふった). The second meaning is 'eagerly', which is used to describe doing something with enthusiasm or intensity. For example: She eagerly asked questions「彼女は頻りに質問をした」(かのじょはしきりにしつもんをした). The nuance of this word often conveys a sense of persistence or intensity in the action being described.

    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

    項: term. The Japanese noun '項 (こう)' refers to a 'term' or 'clause' in a legal, mathematical, or logical context. It is often used in formal or technical writing to denote a specific part of a document, equation, or argument. For example: the terms of the contract「契約の項」(けいやくのこう). This term is important in the equation「この項は方程式で重要です」(このこうはほうていしきでじゅうようです). The word can also refer to a 'paragraph' or 'section' in a broader sense, depending on the context.

    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

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