Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Radical
Radical 雨
kanji
雪Meaning
Snow
Reading
yuki
onyomiせつsetsu
Parts
雨Rain 彐Katakana yo
Example Word
大雪: heavy snow. The Japanese noun '大雪 (おおゆき)' refers to 'heavy snow'. It is used to describe a significant snowfall, often implying that the snow is deep or has caused disruptions. This term is commonly used in weather forecasts or when discussing winter conditions. For example: Heavy snow is expected tomorrow「明日は大雪が予想されています」(あしたはおおゆきがよそうされています). The heavy snow blocked the roads「大雪で道路がふさがれた」(おおゆきでどうろがふさがれた). Note that '大雪' can also be used metaphorically to describe something overwhelming or abundant, though this usage is less common.
Radical
雨
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N3Grade
2Frequency
338
Handwriting
kanji
電Meaning
Electricity
Reading
den
Parts
雨Rain ⺃Second (乙)日Day, Sun
Example Word
停電: blackout. The Japanese verbal noun '停電 (ていでん)' refers to a 'blackout' or 'power outage'. It describes a situation where the supply of electricity is interrupted, causing a loss of power. This term is commonly used in everyday conversation, news reports, and warnings. For example: There was a blackout last night「昨夜、停電があった」(さくや、ていでんがあった). The blackout lasted for three hours「停電は3時間続いた」(ていでんはさんじかんつづいた). It can also be used in compound phrases like '停電対策 (ていでんたいさく)' (blackout countermeasures).
Radical
雨
Stroke Count
13JLPT
N5Grade
2Frequency
353
Handwriting
kanji
雨Meaning
Rain
Reading
ame
あまama
onyomiうu
Parts
丶Dot 冂Enclosure 丅Down (下)
Example Word
梅雨入り: rainy season start. The Japanese verbal noun '梅雨入り (つゆいり)' refers to the official start of the rainy season in Japan, typically occurring in early June. This term is used in weather forecasts and daily conversations to indicate the beginning of a period characterized by frequent and prolonged rainfall. For example: The rainy season has started「梅雨入りしました」(つゆいりしました). We need to prepare for the rainy season start「梅雨入りに備えましょう」(つゆいりにそなえましょう). It's important to note that '梅雨入り' is often followed by '梅雨明け (つゆあけ)', which marks the end of the rainy season.
Radical
雨
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N5Grade
1Frequency
383
Handwriting
kanji
雲Meaning
Cloud
Reading
kumo
onyomiうんun
Parts
雨Rain 云Say
Example Word
雲: cloud. The Japanese noun '雲 (くも)' means 'cloud'. It refers to the visible mass of water droplets or ice crystals suspended in the atmosphere. This word is commonly used in weather-related contexts or to describe the sky. For example: There are many clouds in the sky「空に雲がたくさんある」(そらにくもがたくさんある). The clouds are white「雲は白い」(くもはしろい). It can also be used metaphorically to describe something vague or unclear, such as 'a cloud of doubt'「疑いの雲」(うたがいのくも).
Radical
雨
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N2Grade
2Frequency
517
Handwriting
kanji
露Meaning
Dew, Expose
Reading
tsuyu
onyomiろro
ろうrou
Parts
⻗ 路Path
Example Word
露: dew. The Japanese noun '露 (つゆ)' primarily means 'dew', referring to the tiny drops of water that form on surfaces, especially in the early morning. It is often used in poetic or descriptive contexts to evoke imagery of nature. For example: The dew on the grass sparkles in the morning light「草の露が朝の光に輝いている」(くさのつゆがあさのひかりにかがやいている). The word can also be used metaphorically to describe something fleeting or transient, like the ephemeral nature of dew itself. Additionally, '露 (つゆ)' can sometimes refer to 'sauce' or 'broth' in culinary contexts, but this usage is less common and typically specified by context.
Radical
雨
Stroke Count
21JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
741
Handwriting
kanji
霊Meaning
Spirits
Reading
tama
onyomiりょうryou
れいrei
Parts
⻗ 一One 亚
Example Word
霊: spirit. The Japanese noun '霊 (れい)' refers to a 'spirit' or 'soul', often in a supernatural or religious context. It can denote the spirit of a deceased person, a ghost, or a spiritual entity. This word is commonly used in discussions about the afterlife, folklore, or spiritual practices. For example: the spirit of the deceased「亡くなった人の霊」(なくなったひとのれい). She believes in spirits「彼女は霊を信じている」(かのじょはれいをしんじている). It can also appear in compound words like '霊感 (れいかん)' (spiritual intuition) or '霊界 (れいかい)' (spirit world). Note that '霊' carries a nuanced, often mystical connotation and is distinct from more casual terms like '幽霊 (ゆうれい)' (ghost).
Radical
雨
Stroke Count
15JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
808
Handwriting
kanji
震Meaning
Quake
Reading
furu
onyomiしんshin
Parts
雨Rain 辰Sign of the dragon
Example Word
地震: earthquake. The Japanese noun '地震 (じしん)' means 'earthquake'. It refers to the shaking of the surface of the Earth resulting from a sudden release of energy in the Earth's lithosphere. This word is commonly used in news reports, safety instructions, and everyday conversations in Japan, a country prone to seismic activity. Example sentences: There was an earthquake yesterday「昨日、地震がありました」(きのう、じしんがありました). The earthquake was very strong「その地震はとても強かった」(そのじしんはとてもつよかった).
Radical
雨
Stroke Count
15JLPT
N2Grade
7Frequency
969
Handwriting
kanji
霧Meaning
Mist, Fog
Reading
kiri
onyomiむmu
Parts
雨Rain 務Duty, Task
Example Word
霧: fog. The Japanese noun '霧 (きり)' means 'fog'. It refers to a thick cloud of tiny water droplets suspended in the atmosphere at or near the earth's surface, which obscures visibility. This word is commonly used in weather-related contexts or to describe atmospheric conditions. For example: The fog is thick today「今日は霧が濃い」(きょうはきりがこい). I couldn't see the road because of the fog「霧で道が見えなかった」(きりでみちがみえなかった). In literature, '霧' can also be used metaphorically to describe confusion or uncertainty, such as '心の霧 (こころのきり)' meaning 'mental fog' or 'confusion in one's mind'.
Radical
雨
Stroke Count
19JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
1239
Handwriting
kanji
雷Meaning
Thunder, Lightning
Reading
kaminari
onyomiらいrai
Parts
⻗ 田Rice field
Example Word
雷: thunder. The Japanese noun '雷 (かみなり)' means 'thunder'. It refers to the loud, rumbling sound that accompanies lightning during a storm. This word is often used in weather-related contexts and can evoke a sense of power or fear due to the loud and sudden nature of thunder. For example: The thunder is loud「雷が大きい」(かみなりがおおきい). I am scared of thunder「雷が怖い」(かみなりがこわい). In Japanese culture, thunder is sometimes associated with the gods or supernatural forces, adding a layer of cultural significance to the word.
Radical
雨
Stroke Count
13JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
1440
Handwriting
kanji
霜Meaning
Frost
Reading
shimo
onyomiそうsou
Parts
雨Rain 相Mutual
Example Word
霜: frost. The Japanese noun '霜 (しも)' refers to 'frost', which is the thin layer of ice that forms on surfaces when the temperature drops below freezing. This word is often used in weather-related contexts or to describe the natural phenomenon of frost forming on plants, windows, or the ground. For example: The frost is beautiful this morning「今朝の霜は美しい」(けさのしもはうつくしい). The garden was covered in frost「庭が霜で覆われていた」(にわがしも でおおわれていた). Frost can also symbolize coldness or the arrival of winter in poetic or literary contexts.
Radical
雨
Stroke Count
17JLPT
N1Grade
9Frequency
1560
Handwriting
kanji
零Meaning
Zero
Reading
kobo
onyomiれいrei
Parts
⻗ 令Orders
Example Word
零: zero. The Japanese noun '零 (れい)' means 'zero'. It is used to denote the number zero, often in contexts such as mathematics, scores, or temperatures. For example: The temperature is zero degrees「温度は零度です」(おんどはれいどです). The score is zero「スコアは零です」(スコアはれいです). This word can also be used metaphorically to indicate nothingness or the absence of something, as in 'He has zero experience「彼は経験が零です」(かれはけ いけんがれいです)'. Note that '零' is more formal than the alternative 'ゼロ', which is also commonly used in Japanese.
Radical
雨
Stroke Count
13JLPT
N2Grade
8Frequency
1863
Handwriting
kanji
雰Meaning
Atmosphere
Reading
fun
Parts
雨Rain 分Minute, Part
Example Word
雰囲気: atmosphere. The Japanese noun '雰囲気 (ふんいき)' refers to the 'atmosphere' or 'mood' of a place, situation, or event. It describes the overall feeling or vibe that is perceived in a particular environment. This word is often used to convey the intangible qualities that make a setting unique or memorable. For example: The atmosphere of the cafe was cozy「カフェの雰囲気は居心地が良かった」(かふぇのふんいきはいごこちがよかった). The party had a lively atmosphere「パーティーの雰囲気は活気があった」(ぱーてぃーのふんいきはかっきがあった). It can also be used to describe the mood of a person or group, such as '彼の雰囲気は優しかった (かれのふんいきはやさしかった)' (His demeanor was gentle).
Radical
雨
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N1Grade
9Frequency
1866
Handwriting
kanji
需Meaning
Demand, Need
Reading
ju
Parts
而 雨Rain
Example Word
需要: demand. The Japanese noun '需要 (じゅよう)' means 'demand'. It is commonly used in economic, business, and market contexts to refer to the desire or need for goods, services, or resources. For example: the demand for electric cars is increasing「電気自動車の需要が増えている」(でんきじど うしゃのじゅようがふえている). There is high demand for skilled workers「熟練労働者の需要が高い」(じゅくれんろうどうしゃのじゅようがたかい). This word is often paired with '供給 (きょうきゅう)' (supply) to discuss market dynamics, as in 'supply and demand'「需要と供給」(じゅようときょうきゅう).
Radical
雨
Stroke Count
14JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
1902
Handwriting
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