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Radical 足

 

    kanji

    Meaning

    Foot, Sufficient

    Reading

    kunyomiあし

    ashi

    ta

    onyomiそく

    soku

    Parts

    Stop (止)Mouth

    Example Word

    発足: start or launch. The Japanese noun '発足 (ほっそく)' refers to the beginning or commencement of an organization, project, or movement. It is often used in formal contexts to describe the establishment or initiation of something new. For example: The new committee started its activities「新しい委員会が発足した」(あたらしいいいんかいがほっそくした). The project was launched last month「そのプロジェクトは先月発足した」(そのプロジェクトはせんげつほっそくした). Note that '発足' is typically used for formal or organized initiatives rather than casual beginnings.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    121

    Radical Form

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Path

    Reading

    kunyomiみち

    michi

    ji

    onyomi

    ro

    Parts

    Each Foot (足)

    Example Word

    道路: road. The Japanese noun '道路 (どうろ)' refers to a 'road' or 'street'. It is commonly used to describe a paved or constructed path designed for vehicles, bicycles, or pedestrians. This word is neutral and can refer to roads of any size, from small streets to large highways. Example sentences: The road is wide「道路は広い」(どうろはひろい). There is heavy traffic on this road「この道路は渋滞している」(このどうろはじゅうたいしている). The word can also be used in compound nouns, such as '高速道路 (こうそくどうろ)' (highway) or '歩道 (ほどう)' (sidewalk), which is often adjacent to a road.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    343

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Step on, Step

    Reading

    kunyomi

    fu

    onyomiとう

    tou

    Parts

    Foot, Sufficient

    Example Word

    踏み込む: step in. The Japanese verb '踏み込む (ふみこむ)' means 'to step into' or 'to enter deeply'. This verb is often used to describe physically stepping into a space, but it can also be used metaphorically to describe delving deeply into a subject or situation. For example: He stepped into the room「彼は部屋に踏み込んだ」(かれはへやにふみこんだ). The detective delved deeply into the case「探偵は事件に踏み込んだ」(たんていはじけんにふみこんだ). It's important to note that this verb often carries a connotation of entering a space or situation with determination or force.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    736

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Trace, Traces

    Reading

    kunyomiあと

    ato

    onyomiせき

    seki

    Parts

    Foot (足)Red

    Example Word

    遺跡: ruins. The Japanese noun '遺跡 (いせき)' refers to 'ruins' or 'archaeological remains'. It is commonly used to describe historical sites, ancient structures, or remnants of past civilizations. This word is often associated with places of historical or cultural significance, such as temples, tombs, or settlements. For example: We visited ancient ruins「私たちは古代の遺跡を訪れました」(わたしたちはこだいのいせきをおとずれました). The ruins of the castle are well-preserved「その城の遺跡はよく保存されています」(そのしろのいせきはよくほぞんされています). The term can also be used in academic or archaeological contexts to describe artifacts or sites under study.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    780

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Dance

    Reading

    kunyomiおど

    odo

    onyomiよう

    you

    Parts

    Foot (足)Path

    Example Word

    踊る: dance. The Japanese verb '踊る (おどる)' means 'to dance'. It refers to the physical act of dancing, often in a rhythmic or artistic manner. This verb can be used in various contexts, such as traditional Japanese dance, modern dance, or even casual dancing at a party. For example: She dances beautifully「彼女は美しく踊る」(かのじょはうつくしくおどる). Let's dance together「一緒に踊りましょう」(いっしょにおどりましょう). The verb can also be used metaphorically to describe something moving in a way that resembles dancing, such as leaves dancing in the wind「風に踊る葉っぱ」(かぜにおどるはっぱ).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1033

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Leap

    Reading

    kunyomiおど

    odo

    onyomiやく

    yaku

    Example Word

    活躍: activity or success. The Japanese verbal noun '活躍 (かつやく)' refers to being active, energetic, or successful in a particular field or endeavor. It is often used to describe someone who is making significant contributions or achieving notable success in their work, sports, or other activities. For example: He is very active in the business world「彼はビジネス界で大いに活躍している」(かれはビジネスかいでおおいにかつやくしている). She succeeded in her new role「彼女は新しい役割で活躍した」(かのじょはあたらしいやくわりでかつやくした). The word can also imply a sense of dynamism and prominence in one's actions.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    21

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1272

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Jump, Hop

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ha

    to

    onyomiちょう

    chou

    Parts

    Foot (足)Omen, Trillion

    Example Word

    跳ねる: jump. The Japanese verb '跳ねる (はねる)' primarily means 'to jump'. It is used to describe the action of leaping or springing off the ground or a surface. This verb can be used for both living beings and objects. For example: The rabbit jumps「うさぎが跳ねる」(うさぎがはねる). Water splashes up「水が跳ねる」(みずがはねる). Additionally, '跳ねる' can sometimes imply a sudden or energetic movement, such as when something bursts or springs out unexpectedly. It is important to note that this verb is often used in contexts involving lively or dynamic actions.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1511

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Kick

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ke

    onyomiしゅう

    shuu

    しゅく

    shuku

    Parts

    Foot (足)Settle, Concerning

    Example Word

    蹴る: kick. The Japanese verb '蹴る (ける)' means 'to kick'. It is used to describe the action of striking or hitting something with the foot. This verb can be used in both literal and figurative contexts. For example: he kicked the ball「彼はボールを蹴った」(かれはボールをけった). She kicked the habit「彼女はその癖を蹴った」(かのじょはそのくせをけった). In the second example, '蹴る' is used figuratively to mean 'to quit' or 'to give up' a habit. The verb can also be used in various forms to indicate different tenses or levels of politeness.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    19

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    1516

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Distance

    Reading

    onyomiきょ

    kyo

    Parts

    Foot, Sufficient Huge, Giant

    Example Word

    距離: distance. The Japanese noun '距離 (きょり)' refers to the physical or metaphorical distance between two points, objects, or concepts. It is commonly used in both literal and figurative contexts. For example: the distance between Tokyo and Osaka is about 500 kilometers「東京と大阪の距離は約500キロです」(とうきょうとおおさかのきょりはやく500キロです). There is a distance between their opinions「彼らの意見には距離がある」(かれらのいけんにはきょりがある). The word can also imply emotional or relational distance, such as in '彼との距離を感じる (かれときょりをかんじる) (I feel a distance between us).'

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1556

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Tread, Implement

    Reading

    kunyomi

    fu

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Foot, Sufficient

    Example Word

    実践: practice. The Japanese noun '実践 (じっせん)' means 'practice' in the sense of putting theory or knowledge into action. It is often used in contexts related to education, training, or personal development, where the focus is on applying what has been learned. For example: Practice is important for mastering a skill「実践はスキルを習得するために重要です」(じっせんはスキルをしゅうとくするためにじゅうようです). He put his ideas into practice「彼は自分の考えを実践した」(かれはじぶんのかんがえをじっせんした). The word emphasizes the active application of knowledge rather than just theoretical understanding.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1900

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Trail, Footprint

    Reading

    kunyomiあと

    ato

    onyomiそう

    sou

    しょう

    shou

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    2078

    Handwriting

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