kanji

Meaning

Car

Reading

Parts

二Two 申Report

Example Word

車椅子: wheelchair. The Japanese noun '車椅子 (くるまいす)' refers to a 'wheelchair', a chair with wheels used by people who have difficulty walking or cannot walk. This term is commonly used in medical, caregiving, and everyday contexts. For example: He uses a wheelchair「彼は車椅子を使っています」(かれはくるまいすをつかっています). The hospital provides wheelchairs「病院は車椅子を提供しています」(びょういんはくるまいすをていきょうしています). The word is a combination of '車 (くるま)' meaning 'vehicle' or 'wheel' and '椅子 (いす)' meaning 'chair', emphasizing its function as a mobility aid.

Radical

車

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

190

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Army

Reading

Parts

冖Crown 車Car

Example Word

軍人: soldier. The Japanese noun '軍人 (ぐんじん)' refers to a 'soldier' or 'military personnel'. This term is used to describe individuals who are members of the armed forces, including those in the army, navy, or air force. It is a formal term and can be used in various contexts, such as discussing military history, current events, or personal stories. For example: He is a soldier「彼は軍人です」(かれはぐんじんです). Many soldiers were present at the ceremony「多くの軍人が式典に出席しました」(おおくのぐんじんがしきてんにしゅっせきしました). The term can also be used in a broader sense to refer to anyone who serves in a military capacity, regardless of rank or branch.

Radical

車

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

328

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Lightly

Reading

Parts

車Car 圣Holy

Example Word

軽い: light. The Japanese adjective '軽い (かるい)' primarily means 'light' in terms of weight. It can describe physical objects that are not heavy, such as a light bag「軽いバッグ」(かるいバッグ). It can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is not serious or significant, like a light conversation「軽い会話」(かるいかいわ). Additionally, it can describe something that is easy to do or handle, such as a light task「軽い仕事」(かるいしごと). The adjective is versatile and can be used in various contexts to convey the idea of something being light in weight, seriousness, or difficulty.

Radical

車

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

593

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Revolve

Reading

Parts

車Car 云Say

Example Word

運転手: driver. The Japanese noun '運転手 (うんてんしゅ)' refers to a person who drives a vehicle, such as a car, bus, or truck. It is commonly used to describe someone whose profession is driving. For example: The bus driver is very skilled「バスの運転手はとても上手です」(バスのうんてんしゅはとてもじょうずです). I asked the driver for directions「運転手に道を聞きました」(うんてんしゅにみちをききました). This term is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

Radical

車

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

625

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Eaves, House counter

Reading

Parts

車Car 干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

車

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

785

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Wheel, Ring

Reading

Parts

車Car 侖

Example Word

輪: ring. The Japanese noun '輪 (わ)' primarily means 'ring' or 'circle'. It refers to a circular shape or a loop, and can be used to describe physical objects like rings, hoops, or even natural formations such as ripples in water. It can also be used metaphorically to describe cycles or connections. For example: The ring is beautiful「その輪は美しい」(そのわはうつくしい). The children formed a circle「子供たちは輪を作った」(こどもたちはわをつくった). Additionally, '輪' can be used in compound words like '花輪 (はなわ)' (flower wreath) or '指輪 (ゆびわ)' (finger ring).

Radical

車

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

827

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Fellow, Comrade

Reading

Parts

非Mistake, Negative 車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

車

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1026

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Load, Publish

Reading

Parts

車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

車

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1071

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Radiance, Shine brilliantly

Reading

Parts

光Light 軍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

車

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1082

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Compare, Contrast

Reading

Parts

車Car 交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

車

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1216

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Transport

Reading

Parts

車Car 俞

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

車

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1724

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Axle, Axis

Reading

Parts

車Car 由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

車

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1883

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Soft

Reading

Parts

車Car 欠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

車

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1897

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Track, Rut

Reading

Parts

車Car 九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

車

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1986

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Control, Linchpin

Reading

Parts

車Car 害Harm

Radical

車

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

2111

Handwriting