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kanji
彼Meaning
Third person pronoun, He
Reading
kunyomiかれkare
かのkano
onyomiひhi
Parts
彳Stop 皮Skin
Example Word
彼是: various. The Japanese noun '彼是 (あれこれ)' means 'various' or 'this and that'. It is used to refer to a variety of things or matters in a non-specific way. This word is often used when discussing multiple topics, items, or tasks without going into detail about each one. For example: I have various things to do today「今日は彼是やることがある」(きょうはあれこれやることがある). She talked about various things「彼女は彼是話した」(かのじょはあれこれはなした). The word can also imply a sense of being overwhelmed by the number of things or tasks, as in '彼是忙しい (あれこれいそがしい) (busy with various things)'.
Radical
彳
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N3Grade
7Frequency
19
Handwriting
kanji
後Meaning
After, Behind
Reading
kunyomiうしushi
のちnochi
onyomiごgo
こうkou
Parts
彳Stop 夂Late 幺Slight
Example Word
後見: guardianship. The Japanese noun '後見 (こうけん)' refers to the concept of guardianship or legal protection, often in the context of someone who is unable to manage their own affairs, such as a minor or an incapacitated adult. This term is commonly used in legal and formal settings. For example: he was appointed as a guardian「彼は後見人に任命された」(かれはこうけんにんににんめいされた). The court granted guardianship「裁判所が後見を認めた」(さいばんしょがこうけんをみとめた). The term can also be used metaphorically to describe someone who provides guidance or support, though this usage is less common.
Radical
彳
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N5Grade
2Frequency
45
Handwriting
kanji
御Meaning
Honorable, General honorific term
Reading
kunyomiおo
おんon
onyomiごgo
ぎょgyo
Parts
彳Stop 卸Wholesale
Example Word
御負け: bonus. The Japanese noun '御負け (おまけ)' refers to something extra or a bonus given to a customer, often as a promotional item or a free addition to a purchase. It is commonly used in retail and marketing contexts. For example: The store gave me a bonus「店が御負けをくれた」(みせがおまけをくれた). This product comes with a bonus「この商品には御負けがついている」(このしょうひんにはおまけがついている). The term can also imply a small gift or an additional benefit, enhancing the value of the main product.
Radical
彳
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N3Grade
7Frequency
54
Handwriting
kanji
得Meaning
Acquire
Reading
kunyomiうu
えe
onyomiとくtoku
Parts
彳Stop 㝵
Example Word
所得: income. The Japanese noun '所得 (しょとく)' refers to 'income' or 'earnings'. It is commonly used in contexts related to finance, economics, and personal earnings. This term can refer to various types of income, such as salary, wages, or profits. For example: His income is high「彼の所得は高い」(かれのしょとくはたかい). The government taxes income「政府は所得に課税する」(せいふはしょとくにかぜいする). It is important to note that '所得' is often used in formal or official contexts, such as tax-related discussions or financial reports.
Radical
彳
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N3Grade
4Frequency
139
Handwriting
kanji
待Meaning
Wait
Reading
kunyomiまma
onyomiたいtai
Parts
寺Temple 彳Stop
Example Word
待合室: waiting room. The Japanese noun '待合室 (まちあいしつ)' refers to a 'waiting room', a place where people wait, typically in places like hospitals, clinics, train stations, or offices. It is a compound word formed from '待つ (まつ)' meaning 'to wait', '合う (あう)' meaning 'to meet', and '室 (しつ)' meaning 'room'. This term is commonly used in various formal and informal settings. Example sentences: Please wait in the waiting room「待合室で待ってください」(まちあいしつでまってください). The waiting room is crowded「待合室は混雑しています」(まちあいしつはこんざつしています).
Radical
彳
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N4Grade
3Frequency
241
Handwriting
kanji
役Meaning
Duty
Reading
onyomiえきeki
やくyaku
Parts
彳Stop 殳Pike
Example Word
役人: official. The Japanese noun '役人 (やくにん)' refers to a government official or civil servant. This term is used to describe someone who works in a public office or holds a position of authority within a government organization. It can be used in various contexts, such as discussing local, national, or bureaucratic roles. For example: The official inspected the documents「役人が書類を検査した」(やくにんがしょるいをけんさした). He became a government official「彼は役人になった」(かれはやくにんになった). The term carries a neutral to formal tone and is often associated with administrative or regulatory duties.
Radical
彳
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N3Grade
3Frequency
354
Handwriting
kanji
従Meaning
Follow, Obey
Reading
kunyomiしたがshitaga
onyomiじゅうjuu
しょうshou
じゅju
Parts
彳Stop 䒑Herbs 龰Stop (止)
Example Word
従来: tradition. The Japanese noun '従来 (じゅうらい)' refers to something that has been established or customary over time, often implying a sense of tradition or continuity. It is used to describe practices, methods, or ideas that have been in place for a long period. For example: We follow the traditional method「従来の方法に従います」(じゅうらいのほうほうにしたがいます). This approach is based on traditional practices「このアプローチは従来の慣習に基づいています」(このアプローチはじゅうらいのかんしゅうにもとづいています). The term can also imply a contrast with new or modern approaches, highlighting the difference between old and new ways of doing things.
Radical
彳
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N1Grade
6Frequency
466
Handwriting
kanji
徳Meaning
Virtue
Reading
onyomiとくtoku
Parts
彳Stop 十Ten 罒Net 心Heart
Example Word
道徳: morality. The Japanese noun '道徳 (どうとく)' refers to 'morality' or 'ethical principles'. It is used to describe the system of values and principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong behavior. This term is often used in discussions about societal norms, personal ethics, and philosophical teachings. For example: Morality is important in society「道徳は社会で重要です」(どうとくはしゃかいでじゅうようです). Teaching morality to children is essential「子供に道徳を教えることは大切です」(こどもにどうとくをおしえることはたいせつです). The word is commonly used in educational and philosophical contexts.
Radical
彳
Stroke Count
14JLPT
N1Grade
5Frequency
513
Handwriting
kanji
往Meaning
Journey, Go on
Reading
onyomiおうou
Parts
彳Stop 主Master
Example Word
往復: roundtrip. The Japanese noun '往復 (おうふく)' refers to a round trip, meaning going to a destination and returning. It is commonly used in contexts like transportation (e.g., train or plane tickets) or communication (e.g., letters or emails). For example: I bought a round-trip ticket「往復のチケットを買いました」(おうふくのチケットをかいました). The round-trip fare is 5,000 yen「往復料金は5000円です」(おうふくりょうきんはごせんえんです). This word can also metaphorically describe the back-and-forth nature of communication or exchanges.
Radical
彳
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N1Grade
5Frequency
573
Handwriting
kanji
微Meaning
Slight, Delicate
Reading
kunyomiかすkasu
onyomiびbi
Parts
彳Stop
Example Word
微妙: subtle or doubtful. The Japanese adjectival noun '微妙 (びみょう)' can mean 'subtle' or 'doubtful', depending on the context. When used to mean 'subtle', it refers to something that is delicate, nuanced, or not easily noticeable. For example: The difference is subtle「その違いは微妙だ」(そのちがいはびみょうだ). When used to mean 'doubtful', it expresses uncertainty or skepticism about something. For example: I'm doubtful about his plan「彼の計画は微妙だ」(かれのけいかくはびみょうだ). This word is often used in casual conversation to express that something is 'questionable' or 'not quite right' without being overly negative. It can also be used to describe a situation that is hard to judge or evaluate clearly.
Radical
彳
Stroke Count
13JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
619
Handwriting
kanji
徒Meaning
Follower, Junior
Reading
onyomiとto
Parts
彳Stop 走Run
Example Word
生徒: student. The Japanese noun '生徒 (せいと)' refers to a 'student', typically in the context of elementary, middle, or high school. It is commonly used to describe someone who is enrolled in and attending a school. Unlike '学生 (がくせい)', which can refer to college or university students, '生徒' is more specific to younger students. For example: The student is studying「生徒は勉強しています」(せいとはべんきょうしています). She is a high school student「彼女は高校の生徒です」(かのじょはこうこうのせいとです). The teacher is guiding the students「先生は生徒を指導しています」(せんせいはせいとをしどうしています).
Radical
彳
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N3Grade
4Frequency
815
Handwriting
kanji
復Meaning
Restore
Reading
onyomiふくfuku
Parts
彳Stop 复
Example Word
復興: recovery or revival. The Japanese noun '復興 (ふっこう)' refers to the act of recovering or reviving something, often after a period of decline or destruction. It is commonly used in contexts such as economic recovery, reconstruction after disasters, or cultural revival. For example: The town is in recovery after the earthquake「その町は地震の後、復興中です」(そのまちはじしんのあと、ふっこうちゅうです). The revival of traditional arts is important「伝統芸術の復興は重要です」(でんとうげいじゅ つのふっこうはじゅうようです). Note that while 'recovery' and 'revival' are closely related, they can apply to different contexts, such as physical reconstruction versus cultural or economic resurgence.
Radical
彳
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N2Grade
5Frequency
867
Handwriting
kanji
律Meaning
Law, Rhythm
Reading
onyomiりつritsu
りちrichi
Parts
彳Stop 聿Brush
Example Word
法律: law. The Japanese noun '法律 (ほうりつ)' refers to 'law' in the sense of a system of rules established by a government or authority. It is used to describe legal statutes, regulations, or the body of laws governing a society. This term is often used in formal or legal contexts. For example: This law protects the environment「この法律は環境を守る」(このほうりつはかんきょうをまもる). He studies law at university「彼は大学で 法律を勉強している」(かれはだいがくでほうりつをべんきょうしている). The nuance of '法律' is broader than specific rules or regulations, as it refers to the overall legal framework.
Radical
彳
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N2Grade
6Frequency
1095
Handwriting
kanji
徴Meaning
Levy, Symptom
Reading
onyomiちょうchou
Parts
彳Stop 山Mountain 王King 攵Strike
Example Word
特徴: feature. The Japanese noun '特徴 (とくちょう)' means 'feature' or 'characteristic'. It refers to a distinctive attribute or quality of something or someone. This word is often used to describe what makes something unique or different. For example: The main feature of this product is its durability「この製品の特徴は耐久性です」(このせいひんのとくちょうはたいきゅうせいです). Another example: The characteristic of this region is its rich culture「この地域の特徴は豊かな文化です」(このちいきのとくちょうはゆたかなぶんかです). The word is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to highlight specific traits or aspects.
Radical
彳
Stroke Count
14JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
1266
Handwriting
kanji
徹Meaning
Penetrate, Go through
Reading
onyomiてつtetsu
Parts
彳Stop 育Raise, Grow 攵Strike
Example Word
徹底: thoroughness. The Japanese noun '徹底 (てってい)' means 'thoroughness' or 'completeness'. It refers to the quality of being thorough, meticulous, or exhaustive in carrying out a task or understanding a concept. This word is often used in contexts where attention to detail and leaving no stone unturned are emphasized. For example: The company emphasizes thoroughness in its training「その会社は徹底を訓練に重視する」(そのかいしゃはてっていをくんれんにじゅうしする). His research is known for its thoroughness「彼の研究は徹底で知られている」(かれのけんきゅうはてっていでしられている). The word can also imply a sense of rigor or intensity in approach.
Radical
彳
Stroke Count
15JLPT
N1Grade
9Frequency
1312
Handwriting
kanji
徐Meaning
Slowly, Gradually
Reading
kunyomiおもむomomu
onyomiじょjo
Parts
彳Stop 余Excess
Example Word
徐々: gradually. The Japanese noun '徐々 (じょじょ)' means 'gradually'. It is used to describe something that happens slowly over time, step by step, or in a steady progression. This word is often used in contexts where change or development occurs at a measured pace. For example: The pain gradually subsided「痛みが徐々に和らいだ」(いたみがじょじょにやわらいだ). The company is gradually expanding its business「会社は徐々に事業を拡大している」(かいしゃはじょじょにじぎょうをかくだいしている). Note that '徐々' is often paired with particles like 'に' to function as an adverb in sentences.
Radical
彳
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
1645
Handwriting
kanji
径Meaning
Path, Diameter
Reading
onyomiけいkei
Parts
彳Stop 圣Holy
Example Word
直径: diameter. The Japanese noun '直径 (ちょっけい)' refers to the 'diameter' of a circle or sphere, which is the length of a straight line passing from one side to the other through the center. It is commonly used in mathematical, engineering, and everyday contexts. For example: The diameter of this circle is 10 cm「この円の直径は10センチです」(このえんのちょっけいは10センチです). Please measure the diameter of the pipe「パイプの直径を測ってください」(パイプのちょっけいをはかってください). This word is specific to the concept of diameter and does not have unrelated meanings.
Radical
彳
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N1Grade
4Frequency
1755
Handwriting
kanji
循Meaning
Circulate, Sequential
Reading
onyomiじゅんjun
Parts
彳Stop 盾Shield
Example Word
循環: circulation. The Japanese noun '循環 (じゅんかん)' means 'circulation'. It refers to the movement or flow of something in a circular or recurring pattern. This word is commonly used in contexts such as blood circulation, environmental cycles, or the circulation of goods and money. For example: blood circulation is important for health「血液の循環は健康に重要です」(けつえきのじゅんかんはけんこうにじゅうようです). The circulation of money stimulates the economy「お金の循環が経済を活性化します」(おかねのじゅんかんがけいざいをかっせいかします). It can also be used metaphorically to describe the cyclical nature of events or ideas.
Radical
彳
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N1Grade
9Frequency
2068
Handwriting