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kanji
一Meaning
One
Reading
kunyomiひとhito
onyomiいちichi
いつitsu
Example Word
一通り: generally or roughly. The Japanese adverb '一通り (ひととおり)' is used to describe doing something in a general or rough manner, without going into detail. It implies a basic or overall understanding or completion of a task. For example: I roughly read the document「一通り書類に目を通しました」(ひととおりしょるいにめをとおしました). She generally understands the topic「彼女は一通りその話題を理解しています」(かのじょはひととおりそのわだいをりかいしています). This word is often used when referring to tasks like reading, learning, or explaining something in a broad sense.
Radical
一
Stroke Count
1JLPT
N5Grade
1Frequency
2
Handwriting
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上Meaning
Up
Reading
kunyomiうえue
あa
onyomiじょうjou
Parts
一One 卜Divination
Example Word
上陸: landing. The Japanese noun '上陸 (じょうりく)' refers to the act of landing or coming ashore, typically used in the context of ships, boats, or people arriving on land from a body of water. It can also be used metaphorically to describe the arrival or introduction of something new, such as a product or idea. For example: The ship made a landing on the island「船が島に上陸した」(ふねがしまにじょうりくした). The new product will land in stores next month「新製品が来月店舗に上陸する」(しんせいひんがらいげつてんぽにじょうりくする). This word is commonly used in news reports, travel contexts, or discussions about maritime activities.
Radical
一
Stroke Count
3JLPT
N5Grade
1Frequency
12
Radical Form
丄
Handwriting
kanji
三Meaning
Three
Reading
kunyomiみmi
onyomiさんsan
Parts
一One 二Two
Example Word
三郎: third son. The Japanese noun '三郎 (さぶろう)' is a male given name that traditionally means 'third son'. It is often used as a suffix in names to indicate birth order, specifically the third son in a family. This naming convention is rooted in historical Japanese culture, where the order of birth was significant. For example: His name is Taro, Jiro, and Saburo「彼の名前は太郎、次郎、三郎です」(かれのなまえはたろう、じろう、さぶろうです). Saburo is the third son in the family「三郎は家族の三男です」(さぶろうはかぞくのさんなんです). While it is less common in modern times, it still appears in traditional or formal contexts.
Radical
一
Stroke Count
3JLPT
N5Grade
1Frequency
28
Handwriting
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下Meaning
Down
Reading
kunyomiしたshita
くだkuda
onyomiげge
かka
Parts
一One 卜Divination
Example Word
靴下: socks. The Japanese noun '靴下 (くつした)' means 'socks'. This word refers to the garment worn on the feet, typically under shoes, for warmth, comfort, or hygiene. It is commonly used in everyday conversation and can refer to any type of socks, such as ankle socks, knee-high socks, or even stockings. Example sentences: I bought new socks「新しい靴下を買いました」(あたらしいくつしたをかいました). These socks are comfortable「この靴下は快適です」(このくつしたはかいてきです). The word is often used in contexts related to clothing, shopping, or daily routines.
Radical
一
Stroke Count
3JLPT
N5Grade
1Frequency
34
Radical Form
丅
Handwriting
kanji
不Meaning
Not
Reading
onyomiふfu
ぶbu
Example Word
不要: unnecessary. The Japanese adjectival noun '不要 (ふよう)' means 'unnecessary'. It is used to describe something that is not needed or required. This word is often used in formal or practical contexts, such as in instructions, warnings, or when discussing items or actions that are superfluous. For example: This tool is unnecessary「この道具は不要です」(このどうぐはふようです). Unnecessary items should be removed「不要なものは取り除いてください」(ふようなものはとりのぞいてください). The word can also imply that something is redundant or excessive, depending on the context.
Radical
一
Stroke Count
4JLPT
N4Grade
4Frequency
61
Handwriting
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世Meaning
World, Generation
Reading
kunyomiよyo
onyomiせいsei
せse
Parts
廿Twenty 𠃊Second (乙)
Example Word
世の中: world. The Japanese noun '世の中 (よのなか)' refers to the world or society at large. It encompasses the social environment, the way things are in the world, or the general state of affairs. This term is often used to discuss societal norms, trends, or the overall condition of the world. For example: The world is changing rapidly「世の中は急速に変わっている」(よのなかはきゅうそくにかわっている). It's tough to live in this world「この世の中に生きるのは大変だ」(このよのなかにいきるのはたいへんだ). The phrase can also imply the complexities and challenges of navigating through life and society.
Radical
一
Stroke Count
5JLPT
N4Grade
3Frequency
81
Handwriting
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七Meaning
Seven
Reading
kunyomiななnana
なのnano
onyomiしちshichi
Parts
一One ⺃Second (乙)
Example Word
七: seven. The Japanese noun '七 (なな)' means 'seven'. It is used to denote the number seven in various contexts, such as counting, age, or quantity. For example: I have seven apples「りんごを七つ持っています」(りんごをななつもっています). She is seven years old「彼女は七歳です」(かのじょはななさいです). The word '七' can also be read as 'しち' in certain contexts, such as when counting in a sequence or in specific compound words, but 'なな' is more commonly used in everyday speech to avoid confusion with '一 (いち)' which sounds similar.
Radical
一
Stroke Count
2JLPT
N5Grade
1Frequency
159
Handwriting
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両Meaning
Both
Reading
onyomiりょうryou
Parts
一One 冂Enclosure 山Mountain
Example Word
両方: both. The Japanese noun '両方 (りょうほう)' means 'both'. It is used to refer to two items, options, or sides collectively. This word is often used when emphasizing that two things are included or considered together. For example: I like both「両方が好きです」(りょうほうがすきです). Both options are good「両方の選択肢が良いです」(りょうほうのせんたくしがいいです). It is important to note that '両方' is typically used in contexts where two distinct items or groups are being discussed, and it is not interchangeable with words like '全部 (ぜんぶ)' which means 'all' or 'everything'.
Radical
一
Stroke Count
6JLPT
N3Grade
3Frequency
306
Handwriting
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万Meaning
Ten thousand
Reading
onyomiばんban
まんman
Parts
一One 勹Wrap
Example Word
万年筆: fountain pen. The Japanese noun '万年筆 (まんねんひつ)' refers to a 'fountain pen'. This term is used to describe a type of pen that uses liquid ink stored in a reservoir, which is fed to the nib through capillary action. Fountain pens are often associated with elegance and are commonly used for formal writing or calligraphy. Example sentences: I bought a new fountain pen「新しい万年筆を買いました」(あたらしいまんねんひつをかいました). This fountain pen writes smoothly「この万年筆は書きやすいです」(このまんねんひつはかきやすいです).
Radical
一
Stroke Count
3JLPT
N5Grade
2Frequency
331
Handwriting
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与Meaning
Give, Involvement
Reading
kunyomiあたata
onyomiよyo
Example Word
関与: involvement. The Japanese noun '関与 (かんよ)' means 'involvement'. It refers to the act of participating or being involved in a situation, event, or activity, often implying some level of responsibility or influence. This word is commonly used in formal or professional contexts, such as business, politics, or legal matters. For example: His involvement in the project was significant「彼のプロジェクトへの関与は大きかった」(かれのプロジェクトへのかんよはおおきかった). The company denied any involvement in the scandal「その会社はスキャンダルへの関与を否定した」(そのかいしゃはスキャンダルへのかんよをひていした). Note that '関与' often carries a neutral or slightly negative connotation, depending on the context.
Radical
一
Stroke Count
3JLPT
N3Grade
7Frequency
437
Handwriting
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並Meaning
Line, Row
Reading
kunyomiならnara
なみnami
onyomiへいhei
Parts
䒑Herbs 业Business (業)
Example Word
並び: line or row. The Japanese noun '並び (ならび)' refers to a 'line' or 'row' of things or people arranged in an orderly manner. It can be used to describe physical arrangements, such as a line of trees or a row of seats, as well as abstract sequences, like a series of events. For example: a line of trees「木の並び」(きのならび). A row of houses「家の並び」(いえのならび). The word can also imply a sense of order or sequence, as in 'the order of events'「事件の並び」(じけんのならび).
Radical
一
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N2Grade
6Frequency
525
Handwriting
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丁Meaning
Street
Reading
onyomiちょうchou
ていtei
Parts
一One 亅Barb
Example Word
丁寧: polite. The Japanese adjectival noun '丁寧 (ていねい)' primarily means 'polite' or 'courteous'. It is used to describe actions, speech, or behavior that is considerate, respectful, and carefully executed. This word can also imply thoroughness or meticulousness in how something is done. For example: She speaks politely「彼女は丁寧に話します」(かのじょはていねいにはなします). He wrote a polite letter「彼は丁寧な手紙を書いた」(かれはていねいなてがみをかいた). The teacher explained the lesson carefully「先生は丁寧に授業を説明した」(せんせいはていねいにじゅぎょうをせつめいした). Note that '丁寧' can also describe something done with great care or attention to detail, such as '丁寧な仕事 (ていねいなしごと)' (careful work).
Radical
一
Stroke Count
2JLPT
N1Grade
3Frequency
594
Handwriting
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丈Meaning
Stout, Length
Reading
kunyomiたけtake
onyomiじょうjou
Example Word
丈夫: strong or durable. The Japanese adjectival noun '丈夫 (じょうぶ)' primarily means 'strong' or 'durable'. It is used to describe objects, materials, or even people that are sturdy, robust, or resistant to damage. For example: This bag is durable「 このカバンは丈夫です」(このかばんはじょうぶです). He is strong and healthy「彼は丈夫です」(かれはじょうぶです). The word can also imply reliability or resilience, such as in the phrase '丈夫な建物 (じょうぶなたてもの)' (a sturdy building). Note that while 'strong' and 'durable' are closely related, they are distinct enough to warrant separate meanings in this context.
Radical
一
Stroke Count
3JLPT
UnknownGrade
7Frequency
653
Handwriting
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丘Meaning
Hill
Reading
kunyomiおかoka
onyomiきゅうkyuu
Parts
一One 斤Axe, Catty
Example Word
丘: hill. The Japanese noun '丘 (おか)' means 'hill'. This word refers to a naturally raised area of land, not as high as a mountain, often with a rounded top. It is commonly used to describe geographical features in landscapes. For example: There is a small hill near my house「私の家の近くに小さな丘があります」(わたしのいえのちかくにちいさなおかがあります). We had a picnic on the hill「丘の上でピクニックをしました」(おかのうえでぴくにっくをしました). The word can also be used metaphorically to describe a gentle rise or elevation in various contexts.
Radical
一
Stroke Count
5JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
1265
Handwriting
kanji
且Meaning
Moreover, Also
Reading
kunyomiかka
onyomiしょうshou
しょsho
そso
Example Word
且つ: and. The Japanese conjunction '且つ (かつ)' is used to connect two statements or ideas, similar to the English 'and'. However, it is more formal and often used in written language or formal speech. It emphasizes that both connected elements are true or applicable. For example: He is intelligent and diligent「彼は賢く且つ勤勉だ」(かれはかしこくかつきんべんだ). This method is effective and safe「この方法は効果的且つ安全だ」(このほうほうはこうかてきかつあんぜんだ). Note that '且つ' is less common in casual conversation, where 'そして' or 'そ して' might be used instead.
Radical
一
Stroke Count
5JLPT
N1Grade
9Frequency
1576
Handwriting