Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Radical

kanji

Meaning

Foot, Sufficient

Reading

Parts

龰Stop (止)口Mouth

Example Word

付け足す: add. The Japanese verb '付け足す (つけたす)' means 'to add' or 'to append'. It is used when something is added to an existing thing, often to supplement or complete it. This verb implies that the addition is not the main part but rather an extra or supplementary part. For example: I added a few lines to the report「レポートに数行付け足した」(レポートにすうぎょうつけたした). She added some notes to the document「彼女はその書類にメモを付け足した」(かのじょはそのしょるいにメモをつけたした). The verb can also be used in a more abstract sense, such as adding details or information to a story or explanation.

Radical

足

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

121

Radical Form

⻊

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Path

Reading

Parts

各Each ⻊Foot (足)

Example Word

高速道路: highway. The Japanese noun '高速道路 (こうそくどうろ)' refers to a 'highway' or 'expressway'. It is a type of road designed for high-speed vehicular traffic, typically with multiple lanes and limited access points. Highways in Japan are often toll roads and are crucial for long-distance travel and transportation. For example: We took the highway to get to the city quickly「高速道路を使って早く街に着きました」(こうそくどうろをつかってはやくまちにつきました). The highway was congested due to an accident「高速道路は事故で渋滞していました」(こうそくどうろはじこでじゅうたいしていました).

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

奇跡: miracle. The Japanese noun '奇跡 (きせき)' means 'miracle'. It refers to an extraordinary and welcome event that is not explicable by natural or scientific laws and is therefore attributed to a divine agency. This word is often used in religious, spiritual, or awe-inspiring contexts. For example: It was a miracle that he survived「彼が生き残ったのは奇跡だった」(かれがいきのこったのはきせきだった). The discovery of the cure was a miracle「その治療法の発見は奇跡だった」(そのちりょうほうのはっけんはきせきだった). The word can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is highly unlikely or surprising, such as a miraculous comeback in sports or a rare natural phenomenon.

Radical

足

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

780

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Dance

Reading

Parts

⻊Foot (足)甬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

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