Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Radical

kanji

Meaning

Foot, Sufficient

Reading

Parts

龰Stop (止)口Mouth

Example Word

足: leg or foot. The Japanese noun '足 (あし)' can mean either 'foot' or 'leg', depending on the context. It refers to the lower limb of the body, from the hip to the toes. When used to mean 'foot', it specifically refers to the part of the limb below the ankle. When used to mean 'leg', it refers to the entire limb. For example: My foot hurts「足が痛い」(あしがいたい). He has long legs「彼は足が長い」(かれはあしがながい). The word is also used in various idiomatic expressions, such as '足が速い (あしがはやい)', which means 'fast runner' or 'quick to spoil' (for food).

Radical

足

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

121

Radical Form

⻊

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Path

Reading

Parts

各Each ⻊Foot (足)

Example Word

線路: railway. The Japanese noun '線路 (せんろ)' refers to 'railway' or 'railroad tracks'. It specifically denotes the physical tracks on which trains run. This word is commonly used in contexts related to transportation, infrastructure, or train systems. For example: The railway is under construction「線路が工事中です」(せんろがこうじちゅうです). Be careful not to cross the railway tracks「線路を渡らないでください」(せんろをわたらないでください). The word can also be used metaphorically to describe a path or course, but this usage is less common.

Radical

足

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

343

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Step on, Step

Reading

Parts

足Foot, Sufficient 沓

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

足

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

736

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Trace, Traces

Reading

Parts

⻊Foot (足)赤Red

Example Word

追跡: pursuit or tracking. The Japanese verbal noun '追跡 (ついせき)' refers to the act of pursuing or tracking someone or something. It is often used in contexts involving following a target, such as in investigations, sports, or even technology. For example: The police are in pursuit of the suspect「警察は容疑者を追跡している」(けいさつはようぎしゃをついせきしている). The software tracks user activity「そのソフトウェアはユーザーの行動を追跡する」(そのソフトウェアはユーザーのこうどうをついせきする). The word can also imply a continuous effort to follow or monitor something over time.

Radical

足

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

780

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Dance

Reading

Parts

⻊Foot (足)甬Path

Example Word

踊り: dance. The Japanese noun '踊り (おどり)' means 'dance'. It refers to the act of dancing or a specific dance performance. This word is commonly used in contexts related to traditional Japanese dances, such as '盆踊り (ぼんおどり)', which is a Bon festival dance. It can also refer to dances in general, including modern or Western styles. Example sentences: Let's go see the dance「踊りを見に行こう」(おどりをみにいこう). She is good at traditional Japanese dance「彼女は日本の伝統的な踊りが上手です」(かのじょはにほんのでんとうてきなおどりがじょうずです).

Radical

足

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1033

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Leap

Reading

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

足

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1272

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Jump, Hop

Reading

Parts

⻊Foot (足)兆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

足

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1511

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Kick

Reading

Parts

⻊Foot (足)就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

足

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1516

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Distance

Reading

Parts

足Foot, Sufficient 巨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

足

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1556

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Tread, Implement

Reading

Parts

足Foot, Sufficient 㦮

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

足

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1900

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Trail, Footprint

Reading

Radical

足

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

2078

Handwriting