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Radical 車 Jōyō Kanji Practice Quiz

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  • kanji

    Meaning

    Car

    Reading

    kunyomiくるま

    kuruma

    onyomiしゃ

    sha

    Parts

    Two Report

    Example Word

    消防車: firetruck. The Japanese noun '消防車 (しょうぼうしゃ)' refers to a 'firetruck', a vehicle equipped for firefighting. It is commonly used in contexts related to emergency services and firefighting. Example sentences include: The firetruck arrived quickly「消防車がすぐに到着した」(しょうぼうしゃがすぐにとうちゃくした). I saw a firetruck on the way to work「仕事に行く途中で消防車を見た」(しごとにいくとちゅうでしょうぼうしゃをみた).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    190

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Army

    Reading

    kunyomiいくさ

    ikusa

    onyomiぐん

    gun

    Parts

    Crown Car

    Example Word

    米軍: united states military. The Japanese noun '米軍 (べいぐん)' refers specifically to the United States military. The term is a combination of '米 (べい)', which is short for 'アメリカ (America)', and '軍 (ぐん)', meaning 'military' or 'armed forces'. This word is commonly used in news, political discussions, or historical contexts to refer to the US military presence or actions. For example: The US military has a base in Japan「米軍は日本に基地を持っている」(べいぐんはにほんにきちをもっている). The US military conducted joint exercises「米軍は合同演習を行った」(べいぐんはごうどうえんしゅうをおこなった). Note that '米軍' is a formal term and is not typically used in casual conversation.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    328

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Lightly

    Reading

    kunyomiかる

    karu

    かろ

    karo

    onyomiけい

    kei

    Parts

    Car Holy

    Example Word

    気軽: casual. The Japanese adjectival noun '気軽 (きがる)' means 'casual' or 'easygoing'. It describes a relaxed, informal, or carefree attitude or manner. This word is often used to describe someone's demeanor, approach to tasks, or the atmosphere of a situation. For example: He is very casual about everything「彼は何でも気軽だ」(かれはなんでもきがるだ). Let's have a casual chat「気軽に話しましょう」(きがるにはなしましょう). The word can also imply a lack of pressure or formality, making it suitable for describing situations where people feel at ease.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    593

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Revolve

    Reading

    kunyomiころ

    koro

    onyomiてん

    ten

    Parts

    Car Say

    Example Word

    転ぶ: fall. The Japanese verb '転ぶ (ころぶ)' means 'to fall'. It is commonly used to describe the action of falling down, typically due to losing balance or tripping. This verb can be used in various contexts, such as falling on the ground, falling off a bicycle, or even metaphorically falling into a bad situation. For example: I fell on the road「道で転んだ」(みちでころんだ). The child fell while running「子供は走っていて転んだ」(こどもははしっていてころんだ). It is important to note that '転ぶ' is often used in casual conversations and can be conjugated to fit different tenses and forms.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    625

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Eaves, House counter

    Reading

    kunyomiのき

    noki

    onyomiけん

    ken

    Parts

    Car Dry

    Example Word

    軒: counter. The Japanese suffix '軒 (けん)' is a counter used specifically for counting houses, buildings, or establishments. It is commonly used in contexts where you need to specify the number of houses, shops, or similar structures. For example: there are three houses「家が三軒ある」(いえがさんけんある). I visited five coffee shops「五軒のコーヒーショップを訪れた」(ごけんのコーヒーショップをおとずれた). This counter is essential in everyday conversation when discussing locations or properties.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    785

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Wheel, Ring

    Reading

    kunyomi

    wa

    onyomiりん

    rin

    Parts

    Car

    Example Word

    指輪: ring. The Japanese noun '指輪 (ゆびわ)' means 'ring', specifically referring to a piece of jewelry worn on the finger. This word is commonly used to describe engagement rings, wedding rings, or decorative rings. For example: She received a beautiful ring「彼女は美しい指輪をもらった」(かのじょはうつくしいゆびわをもらった). I lost my ring「指輪をなくした」(ゆびわをなくした). The word is often associated with romantic or ceremonial contexts, but it can also refer to any type of finger ring.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    827

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Fellow, Comrade

    Reading

    onyomiはい

    hai

    Parts

    Mistake, Negative Car

    Example Word

    後輩: junior. The Japanese noun '後輩 (こうはい)' refers to someone who is junior to you, typically in a school, workplace, or organization. This term is often used to describe someone who joined after you or is younger in age or experience. It carries a sense of hierarchy and is commonly used in contexts where seniority matters. For example: My junior is very hardworking「私の後輩はとても頑張り屋です」(わたしのこうはいはとてもがんばりやです). I often help my juniors with their work「私はよく後輩の仕事を手伝います」(わたしはよくこうはいのしごとをてつだいます). The term is neutral and does not inherently imply a positive or negative relationship, but it emphasizes the hierarchical structure common in Japanese society.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1026

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Load, Publish

    Reading

    kunyomi

    no

    onyomiさい

    sai

    Parts

    Car

    Example Word

    載る: ride or appear. The Japanese verb '載る (のる)' has two distinct meanings. The first meaning is 'to appear', often used in the context of being published or featured in media, such as newspapers, magazines, or websites. For example: my article appeared in the newspaper「私の記事が新聞に載った」(わたしのきじがしんぶんにのった). The second meaning is 'to ride', but this is less common and typically refers to objects being placed or loaded onto something, such as a vehicle or platform. For example: the luggage is riding on the truck「荷物がトラックに載っている」(にもつがトラックにのっている). Note that this verb is distinct from '乗る (のる)', which specifically means 'to ride' in the context of a person boarding a vehicle or animal.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1071

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Radiance, Shine brilliantly

    Reading

    kunyomiかがや

    kagaya

    onyomi

    ki

    Parts

    Light Army

    Example Word

    輝く: shine. The Japanese verb '輝く (かがやく)' means 'to shine' or 'to sparkle'. It is often used to describe something that emits light or has a radiant appearance, such as stars, jewels, or even a person's eyes. It can also be used metaphorically to describe someone who stands out due to their talent, success, or positive qualities. Example sentences: The stars shine brightly in the night sky「夜空に星が輝く」(よぞらにほしがかがやく). Her smile sparkles with joy「彼女の笑顔は喜びで輝いている」(かのじょのえがおはよろこびでかがやいている). The athlete shone in the competition「その選手は競技で輝いた」(そのせんしゅはきょうぎでかがやいた).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1082

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Compare, Contrast

    Reading

    onyomiこう

    kou

    かく

    kaku

    Parts

    Car Mix

    Example Word

    比較: comparison. The Japanese verbal noun '比較 (ひかく)' means 'comparison'. It is used to describe the act of comparing two or more things, often to highlight similarities or differences. This word is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. For example: Let's make a comparison between the two products「二つの製品を比較しましょう」(ふたつのせいひんをひかくしましょう). The comparison of these two methods is interesting「これらの二つの方法の比較は面白い」(これらのふたつのほうほうのひかくはおもしろい). It can also be used in compound words, such as '比較的 (ひかくてき)' meaning 'comparatively' or 'relatively'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1216

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Transport

    Reading

    onyomi

    yu

    Parts

    Car

    Example Word

    輸送: transport. The Japanese verbal noun '輸送 (ゆそう)' means 'transport'. It refers to the act of moving goods, people, or materials from one place to another, often over a distance. This term is commonly used in contexts related to logistics, shipping, and transportation industries. For example: The transport of goods was delayed「輸送が遅れた」(ゆそうがおくれた). Efficient transport is essential for the economy「効率的な輸送は経済に不可欠だ」(こうりつてきなゆそうはけいざいにふかけつだ). Note that '輸送' is often used in formal or technical contexts, and it can be combined with other words to specify the type of transport, such as '海上輸送 (かいじょうゆそう)' (maritime transport) or '航空輸送 (こうくうゆそう)' (air transport).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    16

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    5

    Frequency

    1724

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Axle, Axis

    Reading

    onyomiじく

    jiku

    Parts

    Car Reason

    Example Word

    軸: axis or shaft. The Japanese noun '軸 (じく)' primarily means 'axis' or 'shaft'. As 'axis', it refers to a central line around which something rotates or is symmetrically arranged, such as the Earth's axis「地球の軸」(ちきゅうのじく). As 'shaft', it refers to a long, cylindrical object, often used in machinery or tools, like the shaft of a screwdriver「ドライバーの軸」(ドライバーのじく). The word can also be used metaphorically to describe a central or pivotal element in a concept or system, such as the axis of an argument「議論の軸」(ぎろんのじく).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1883

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Soft

    Reading

    kunyomiやわ

    yawa

    onyomiなん

    nan

    Parts

    Car Lack

    Example Word

    柔軟: flexible. The Japanese adjective '柔軟 (じゅうなん)' means 'flexible'. It is used to describe something that can bend or adapt easily without breaking. This can refer to physical objects, such as materials, or abstract concepts, like thinking or attitudes. For example: She has a flexible mind「彼女は柔軟な考え方を持っている」(かのじょはじゅうなんなかんがえかたをもっている). This rubber is very flexible「このゴムはとても柔軟だ」(このゴムはとてもじゅうなんだ). The word can also imply adaptability or openness to change, as in '柔軟な対応 (じゅうなんなたいおう) (flexible response)'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1897

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Track, Rut

    Reading

    onyomi

    ki

    Parts

    Car Nine

    Example Word

    軌道: track or orbit. The Japanese noun '軌道 (きどう)' has two primary meanings. The first is 'orbit', referring to the path an object takes around a celestial body, such as a planet or star. For example: The satellite entered Earth's orbit「衛星は地球の軌道に入った」(えいせいはちきゅうのきどうにはいった). The second meaning is 'track', referring to the physical rails on which trains or trams run. For example: The train derailed from the track「電車が軌道から外れた」(でんしゃがきどうからはずれた). These meanings are distinct and unrelated, hence both are included. The word is commonly used in both scientific and transportation contexts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1986

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Control, Linchpin

    Reading

    kunyomiくさび

    kusabi

    onyomiかつ

    katsu

    Parts

    Car Harm

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    17

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    2111

    Handwriting