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Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Radical

Radical 足

 

    kanji

    Meaning

    Foot, Sufficient

    Reading

    kunyomiあし

    ashi

    ta

    onyomiそく

    soku

    Parts

    Stop (止)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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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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