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Radical 巾

 

    kanji

    Meaning

    Return

    Reading

    kunyomiかえ

    kae

    onyomi

    ki

    Parts

    Sword (刀)Towel Crown Katakana yo

    Example Word

    帰国: return. The Japanese verbal noun '帰国 (きこく)' means 'return to one's home country'. It is used to describe the act of going back to one's native country after being abroad. This term is often used in contexts such as studying, working, or traveling overseas. For example: I will return to my country next month「来月帰国します」(らいげつきこくします). After studying abroad, she returned to her home country「留学後、彼女は帰国しました」(りゅうがくご、かのじょはきこくしました). Note that '帰国' specifically refers to returning to one's home country, not just any return.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    141

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Usual, Normal

    Reading

    kunyomiとこ

    toko

    つね

    tsune

    onyomiじょう

    jou

    Parts

    Still, Esteem Towel

    Example Word

    常: usual. The Japanese noun '常 (つね)' means 'usual' or 'normal'. It refers to something that is regular, customary, or unchanging. This word is often used to describe a state of being that is consistent or habitual. For example: That's the usual way「それが常だ」(それがつねだ). He is always calm, as usual「彼は常に落ち着いている」(かれはつねにおちついている). The word can also imply a sense of permanence or something that is always true, as in '常の理 (つねのり) (the usual principle)'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    214

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Master, Expert

    Reading

    onyomi

    shi

    Example Word

    講師: lecturer. The Japanese noun '講師 (こうし)' refers to a 'lecturer' or 'instructor', typically someone who teaches at educational institutions, seminars, or workshops. This term is often used in academic or professional settings to denote someone who delivers lectures or provides specialized instruction. For example: The lecturer explained the theory clearly「講師は理論をはっきりと説明した」(こうしはりろんをはっきりとせつめいした). She works as a part-time lecturer at the university「彼女は大学で非常勤講師として働いている」(かのじょはだいがくでひじょうきんこうしとしてはたらいている). Note that '講師' can also refer to instructors in non-academic contexts, such as fitness or art classes.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    288

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    City, Market

    Reading

    kunyomiいち

    ichi

    onyomi

    shi

    Parts

    Lid Towel

    Example Word

    市街: city. The Japanese noun '市街 (しがい)' refers to the urban or city area, typically the built-up part of a city with streets, buildings, and infrastructure. It is often used to describe the central or commercial district of a city. For example: The city is bustling with activity「市街は活気で溢れている」(しがいわかっきであふれている). We walked through the city at night「私たちは夜に市街を歩いた」(わたしたちはよるにしがいをあるいた). This term is commonly used in contexts related to urban planning, geography, or everyday descriptions of city life.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    5

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    468

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Cloth, Linen

    Reading

    kunyomiぬの

    nuno

    onyomi

    fu

    Example Word

    毛布: blanket. The Japanese noun '毛布 (もうふ)' refers to a 'blanket'. It is commonly used to describe a thick, warm covering used on beds or for wrapping oneself in. This word is often used in everyday contexts, such as when discussing bedding or staying warm. Example sentences: I bought a new blanket「新しい毛布を買いました」(あたらしいもうふをかいました). This blanket is very warm「この毛布はとても暖かいです」(このもうふはとてもあたたかいです). The word '毛布' can also be used metaphorically to describe something that provides comfort or protection, though this usage is less common.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    5

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    728

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Belt, Wear

    Reading

    kunyomi

    o

    おび

    obi

    onyomiたい

    tai

    Parts

    Thirty Crown Towel

    Example Word

    地帯: zone. The Japanese noun '地帯 (ちたい)' refers to a 'zone' or 'area', typically used to describe a specific region or section that is distinguished by particular characteristics. This term is often used in geographical, environmental, or military contexts. For example: This is a dangerous zone「これは危険な地帯です」(これはきけんなちたいです). The tropical zone has a lot of biodiversity「熱帯地帯は生物多様性が豊かです」(ねったいちたいはせいぶつたようせいがゆたかです). It can also be used metaphorically to describe abstract areas or fields, such as in 'comfort zone' or 'economic zone'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    743

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Seat

    Reading

    onyomiせき

    seki

    Parts

    Towel 广Dotted cliff 廿Twenty

    Example Word

    座席: seat. The Japanese noun '座席 (ざせき)' refers to a 'seat'. This term is commonly used in contexts such as theaters, airplanes, trains, or any place where seating arrangements are provided. For example: Please take your seat「どうぞ座席にお座りください」(どうぞざせきにおすわりください). The seat is reserved「その座席は予約済みです」(そのざせきはよやくずみです). It's important to note that '座席' specifically refers to the physical seat itself, not the act of sitting.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    777

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Curtain

    Reading

    kunyomiとばり

    tobari

    onyomiばく

    baku

    まく

    maku

    Parts

    Towel

    Example Word

    幕府: shogunate. The Japanese noun '幕府 (ばくふ)' refers to the 'shogunate', which was the military government of Japan during the feudal period. The shogunate was headed by the shogun, the supreme military commander, and it was the de facto government of Japan from the 12th to the 19th century, while the emperor remained a symbolic figurehead. The term is often used in historical contexts to describe the political and military structure of feudal Japan. For example: The Tokugawa shogunate ruled Japan for over 250 years「徳川幕府は250年以上日本を支配した」(とくがわばくふはにひゃくごじゅうねんいじょうにほんをしはいした). The shogunate was abolished during the Meiji Restoration「幕府は明治維新の際に廃止された」(ばくふはめいじいしんのさいにはいしされた).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    903

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Emperor, Sovereign

    Reading

    kunyomiみかど

    mikado

    onyomiてい

    tei

    Parts

    Lid Divide Crown Towel

    Example Word

    帝: emperor. The Japanese noun '帝 (みかど)' refers to an 'emperor', specifically the sovereign ruler of an empire. This term is deeply rooted in Japanese history and culture, often associated with the imperial family of Japan. It carries a formal and respectful tone, typically used in historical or ceremonial contexts. Example sentences: The emperor resides in the Imperial Palace「帝は皇居に住んでいます」(みかどはこうきょにすんでいます). The emperor's decree was announced「帝の勅令が発表された」(みかどのちょくれいがはっぴょうされた).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    922

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Notebook

    Reading

    kunyomiとばり

    tobari

    onyomiちょう

    chou

    Parts

    Towel Long, Leader

    Example Word

    帳: book. The Japanese suffix '帳 (ちょう)' is commonly used to denote a type of book or notebook, often used for recording or keeping track of information. It is attached to nouns to specify the kind of book, such as a notebook for notes, a ledger, or a registry. For example: a notebook「ノート帳」(ノートちょう), an address book「住所帳」(じゅうしょちょう). This suffix is versatile and can be used in various contexts to refer to different types of books or records, emphasizing its role in organization and documentation.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    1048

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Hat, Headgear

    Reading

    onyomiぼう

    bou

    Parts

    Towel Risk

    Example Word

    帽子: hat. The Japanese noun '帽子 (ぼうし)' means 'hat'. This word refers to any type of head wear, such as caps, beanies, or formal hats. It is commonly used in everyday conversations when discussing clothing or accessories. For example: I bought a new hat「新しい帽子を買いました」(あたらしいぼうしをかいました). She is wearing a red hat「彼女は赤い帽子をかぶっています」(かのじょはあかいぼうしをかぶっています). The word can also be used metaphorically in some contexts, but its primary meaning is literal.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1060

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Wish, Hope

    Reading

    onyomi

    ki

    Parts

    Katakana me Cloth, Linen

    Example Word

    希望: hope. The Japanese verbal noun '希望 (きぼう)' means 'hope'. It refers to a feeling of expectation and desire for a particular thing to happen. This word is often used to express aspirations, wishes, or desires for the future. For example: I have hope for the future「私は将来に希望を持っています」(わたしはしょうらいにきぼうをもっています). She lost hope「彼女は希望を失った」(かのじょはきぼうをうしなった). It can also be used in formal contexts, such as in job applications or surveys, to indicate preferences or desires, as in '希望の職種 (きぼうのしょくしゅ) (desired job type)'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    1142

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Sail

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ho

    onyomiはん

    han

    Parts

    Towel Common

    Example Word

    帆: sail. The Japanese noun '帆 (ほ)' means 'sail'. It refers to the piece of fabric attached to a ship or boat that catches the wind and propels the vessel forward. This word is often used in nautical contexts and can also appear in idiomatic expressions or poetic language. For example: The ship's sail is white「船の帆は白い」(ふねのほはしろい). The wind filled the sail「風が帆を膨らませた」(かぜがほをふくらませた). Note that '帆' is typically used in written or formal contexts, while in everyday conversation, people might use more descriptive phrases like '船の帆 (ふねのほ)' to specify the sail of a ship.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    6

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1285

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Width

    Reading

    kunyomiはば

    haba

    onyomiふく

    fuku

    Parts

    Towel Fill

    Example Word

    大幅: greatly. The Japanese adverb '大幅 (おおはば)' means 'greatly' or 'significantly'. It is used to describe a large or substantial change, difference, or extent. This word is often used in contexts involving adjustments, revisions, or shifts, such as in business, economics, or policy. For example: The company greatly increased its profits「会社は利益を大幅に増やした」(かいしゃはりえきをおおはばにふやした). The government significantly revised the policy「政府は政策を大幅に改定した」(せいふはせいさくをおおはばにかいていした). Note that '大幅' emphasizes the scale or degree of change, making it suitable for formal or impactful contexts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1465

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Towel

    Reading

    onyomiきん

    kin

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    3

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1564

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Money, Cash

    Reading

    onyomiへい

    hei

    Parts

    Towel

    Example Word

    貨幣: currency. The Japanese noun '貨幣 (かへい)' refers to 'currency' or 'money' in a formal or economic context. It specifically denotes the physical form of money, such as coins and banknotes, used as a medium of exchange. This term is often used in discussions about economics, history, or finance. For example: The history of currency is fascinating「貨幣の歴史は興味深い」(かへいのれきしはきょうみぶかい). This country uses a unique currency「この国は独特な貨幣を使う」(このくにはどくとくなかへいをつかう). Note that '貨幣' is more formal than 'お金 (おかね)', which is the everyday term for money.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1686

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Command, Commander

    Reading

    onyomiすい

    sui

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    2046

    Handwriting

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