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Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Radical

Radical 邑

 

    kanji

    Meaning

    Young man, Guy

    Reading

    onyomiろう

    rou

    Parts

    Good Mound (阜)

    Example Word

    野郎: guy or jerk. The Japanese noun '野郎 (やろう)' has two distinct meanings depending on the context. The first meaning is a casual or informal way to refer to a 'guy' or 'dude', often used among friends or in a neutral tone. For example: That guy is my friend「あの野郎は友達だ」(あのやろうはともだちだ). The second meaning is more derogatory, referring to someone as a 'jerk' or 'idiot', often used when expressing frustration or anger. For example: That jerk ruined everything「あの野郎が全部台無しにした」(あのやろうがぜんぶだいなしにした). The tone and context are crucial in determining which meaning is intended, as the word can range from neutral to highly offensive.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    62

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Section, Department

    Reading

    kunyomi

    be

    onyomi

    bu

    Parts

    Spit Mound (阜)

    Example Word

    部落: hamlet. The Japanese noun '部落 (ぶらく)' refers to a small village or hamlet, typically a rural settlement that is smaller than a town. Historically, it has also been used to refer to certain marginalized communities in Japan, particularly the 'burakumin', a social minority group. However, in modern usage, it primarily denotes a small rural community. Example sentences: That hamlet is very quiet「あの部落はとても静かだ」(あのぶらくはとてもしずかだ). I visited a small hamlet in the mountains「山の中の小さな部落を訪れた」(やまのなかのちいさなぶらくをおとずれた).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    94

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Metropolis

    Reading

    kunyomiみやこ

    miyako

    onyomi

    to

    tsu

    Parts

    Someone Mound (阜)

    Example Word

    都立: metropolitan. The Japanese noun '都立 (とりつ)' refers to something that is established or operated by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. It is commonly used in the context of institutions such as schools, hospitals, or parks that are managed by the metropolitan authority. For example: a metropolitan high school「都立高校」(とりつこうこう). The metropolitan hospital is large「都立病院は大きい」(とりつびょういんはおおきい). This term is specific to Tokyo and highlights the administrative jurisdiction of the metropolitan government over certain public facilities.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    409

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    What

    Reading

    kunyomiなに

    nani

    いかん

    ikan

    なんぞ

    nanzo

    onyomi

    da

    na

    Parts

    Mound (阜)

    Example Word

    支那: China. The Japanese proper noun '支那 (しな)' is an archaic term for China. It was commonly used in Japan before World War II, but its usage has declined significantly due to its historical connotations and potential to cause offense. In modern contexts, '中国 (ちゅうごく)' is the standard and neutral term for China. Example sentences: He studied the history of China「彼は支那の歴史を勉強した」(かれはしなのれきしをべんきょうした). The word '支那' is rarely used today「支那という言葉は今日ではほとんど使われない」(しなということばはきょうではほとんどつかわれない).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    425

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Hometown

    Reading

    onyomiきょう

    kyou

    ごう

    gou

    Parts

    Slight Stopping Mound (阜)

    Example Word

    故郷: hometown. The Japanese noun '故郷 (こきょう)' refers to one's hometown or birthplace, the place where someone was born or raised. It carries a nostalgic and emotional connotation, often evoking feelings of longing or fond memories. For example: I miss my hometown「故郷が恋しい」(こきょうがこいしい). I returned to my hometown after many years「長い年月を経て故郷に戻った」(ながいとしつきをへてこきょうにもどった). This word is commonly used in literature, songs, and conversations to express a deep connection to one's roots.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    752

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Wicked

    Reading

    kunyomiよこし

    yokoshi

    onyomiじゃ

    ja

    Parts

    Fang, Tusk Mound (阜)

    Example Word

    風邪: cold. The Japanese noun '風邪 (かぜ)' refers to the common cold, an illness characterized by symptoms like coughing, sneezing, and a runny nose. It is a common term used in everyday conversation when discussing health. For example: I caught a cold「風邪を引いた」(かぜをひいた). Don't catch a cold「風邪を引かないで」(かぜをひかないで). This word is often used in phrases like '風邪を引く (かぜをひく)' (to catch a cold) or '風邪薬 (かぜぐすり)' (cold medicine).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    928

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Residence

    Reading

    kunyomiやしき

    yashiki

    onyomiてい

    tei

    Parts

    Mound (阜)

    Example Word

    邸: residence. The Japanese suffix '邸 (てい)' is used to denote a residence or mansion, often implying a certain level of grandeur or formality. It is commonly attached to family names to refer to someone's home in a respectful manner. For example: Mr. Tanaka's residence「田中邸」(たなかてい). The mansion of the wealthy family「裕福な家族の邸」(ゆうふくなかぞくのてい). This suffix is typically used in formal contexts and can be found in addresses or when referring to the homes of notable individuals.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1134

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    County, District

    Reading

    kunyomiこおり

    koori

    onyomiぐん

    gun

    Parts

    Ruler, You Mound (阜)

    Example Word

    郡: county. The Japanese noun '郡 (ぐん)' refers to a 'county', which is an administrative division in Japan, smaller than a prefecture but larger than a city, town, or village. This term is used in geographical and administrative contexts to denote a specific area within a prefecture. For example: This county is known for its beautiful landscapes「この郡は美しい景色で知られています」(このぐんはうつくしいけしきでしられています). The county office is located in the center of the town「郡役所は町の中心にあります」(ぐんやくしょはまちのちゅうしんにあります). It's important to note that '郡' is a formal term and is less commonly used in everyday conversation compared to more specific terms like '市 (し)' (city) or '町 (まち)' (town).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    1222

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    State, Japan

    Reading

    kunyomiくに

    kuni

    onyomiほう

    hou

    Parts

    Mound (阜)

    Example Word

    連邦: federation. The Japanese noun '連邦 (れんぽう)' refers to a 'federation', which is a political entity characterized by a union of partially self-governing states or regions under a central federal government. This term is often used in the context of political science and international relations to describe countries like the United States or Russia, which are federations. For example: The United States is a federation「アメリカは連邦です」(アメリカはれんぽうです). Russia is also a federation「ロシアも連邦です」(ロシアもれんぽうです). The term can also be used in historical contexts, such as referring to the Holy Roman Empire as a federation「神聖ローマ帝国は連邦でした」(しんせいローマていこくはれんぽうでした).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1641

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Mail

    Reading

    onyomiゆう

    yuu

    Parts

    Hang down Mound (阜)

    Example Word

    郵便: mail. The Japanese noun '郵便 (ゆうびん)' refers to 'mail' or 'postal service'. It is commonly used to describe letters, packages, or any items sent through the postal system. This word is often seen in contexts related to sending or receiving mail, post offices, or postal workers. For example: I received mail today「今日、郵便が届きました」(きょう、ゆうびんがとどきました). Please send this by mail「これを郵便で送ってください」(これをゆうびんでおくってください). The term can also be part of compound words, such as '郵便局 (ゆうびんきょく)' (post office) or '郵便配達員 (ゆうびんはいたついん)' (mail carrier).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    1728

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Suburbs

    Reading

    onyomiこう

    kou

    Parts

    Mix Mound (阜)

    Example Word

    郊外: suburbs. The Japanese noun '郊外 (こうがい)' refers to the 'suburbs' or the outlying areas of a city. It is used to describe residential areas located on the outskirts of urban centers, often characterized by quieter environments, more spacious housing, and a slower pace of life compared to the city center. For example: I live in the suburbs「私は郊外に住んでいます」(わたしはこうがいにすんでいます). The suburbs are peaceful「郊外は静かです」(こうがいはしずかです). This term is commonly used in discussions about urban planning, commuting, and lifestyle preferences.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1805

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Enclosure

    Reading

    kunyomiくるわ

    kuruwa

    onyomiかく

    kaku

    Parts

    Receive Mound (阜)

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1894

    Handwriting

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