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    kanji

    Meaning

    Interval, Space

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ma

    あいだ

    aida

    onyomiけん

    ken

    かん

    kan

    Parts

    Day, Sun Gate

    Example Word

    間違い: mistake. The Japanese noun '間違い (まちがい)' means 'mistake' or 'error'. It refers to something that is incorrect or done wrongly. This word is commonly used in everyday conversation to acknowledge or point out errors. For example: That is a mistake「それは間違いです」(それはまちがいです). I made a mistake「間違いをしました」(まちがいをしました). It can also be used in compound phrases like '間違い電話 (まちがいでんわ)' which means 'wrong number call'. The word carries a neutral tone and is often used in both formal and informal contexts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    21

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Gate

    Reading

    kunyomiかど

    kado

    onyomiもん

    mon

    Parts

    Stick Barb Day, Sun

    Example Word

    専門家: expert. The Japanese noun '専門家 (せんもんか)' means 'expert'. It refers to a person who has specialized knowledge, skills, or experience in a particular field. This term is often used in professional or academic contexts to describe someone who is highly skilled or knowledgeable in their area of expertise. For example: He is an expert in economics「彼は経済の専門家です」(かれはけいざいのせんもんかです). We need to consult an expert「専門家に相談する必要があります」(せんもんかにそうだんするひつようがあります). The word can also imply a level of authority or trustworthiness in the given field.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    176

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Barrier, Related

    Reading

    kunyomiせき

    seki

    onyomiかん

    kan

    Parts

    Gate Close

    Example Word

    関与: involvement. The Japanese noun '関与 (かんよ)' means 'involvement'. It refers to the act of participating or being involved in a situation, event, or activity, often implying some level of responsibility or influence. This word is commonly used in formal or professional contexts, such as business, politics, or legal matters. For example: His involvement in the project was significant「彼のプロジェクトへの関与は大きかった」(かれのプロジェクトへのかんよはおおきかった). The company denied any involvement in the scandal「その会社はスキャンダルへの関与を否定した」(そのかいしゃはスキャンダルへのかんよをひていした). Note that '関与' often carries a neutral or slightly negative connotation, depending on the context.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    215

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Open

    Reading

    kunyomi

    a

    ひら

    hira

    onyomiかい

    kai

    Parts

    Gate Open

    Example Word

    開く: open. The Japanese verb '開く (ひらく)' primarily means 'to open'. It is used to describe the action of opening something, such as a door, a book, or an event. This verb can also be used metaphorically to describe opening opportunities or starting something new. For example: Please open the door「ドアを開いてください」(ドアをひらいてください). The store opens at 9 AM「その店は午前9時に開く」(そのみせはごぜんくじにひらく). Additionally, '開く' can be used in the context of events, such as 'The festival opens tomorrow'「その祭りは明日開く」(そのまつりはあしたひらく). Note that '開く' can also be read as 'あく', which has a slightly different nuance, often implying something opens by itself or is already open.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    244

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Close, Shut

    Reading

    kunyomi

    shi

    to

    onyomiへい

    hei

    Parts

    Gate Talent, Age

    Example Word

    閉鎖: closure. The Japanese noun '閉鎖 (へいさ)' means 'closure'. It refers to the act of closing something, such as a facility, business, or system, or the state of being closed. This word is often used in contexts like the closure of a road, a school, or a business. For example: The factory's closure was announced「工場の閉鎖が発表された」(こうじょうのへいさがはっぴょうされた). The road closure caused traffic「道路の閉鎖で渋滞が起きた」(どうろのへいさでじゅうたいがおきた). It can also be used metaphorically, such as the closure of a chapter in life or a project.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    907

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Darkness

    Reading

    kunyomiやみ

    yami

    onyomiおん

    on

    あん

    an

    Parts

    Gate Sound

    Example Word

    闇: darkness. The Japanese noun '闇 (やみ)' means 'darkness'. It refers to the absence of light, often used to describe physical darkness, such as in a room or at night. It can also metaphorically represent emotional or moral darkness, such as despair, ignorance, or evil. For example: The room was filled with darkness「部屋は闇に包まれていた」(へやはやみにつつまれていた). He fell into the darkness of despair「彼は絶望の闇に落ちた」(かれはぜつぼうのやみにおちた). The word can also be used in idiomatic expressions, such as '闇取引 (やみとりひき)' (black market dealings).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    17

    Grade

    10

    Frequency

    927

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Fight, Struggle

    Reading

    kunyomiたたか

    tataka

    onyomiとう

    tou

    Parts

    Gate Beans Measurement

    Example Word

    闘争: struggle or conflict. The Japanese noun '闘争 (とうそう)' can mean 'struggle' or 'conflict'. It is often used to describe a serious or prolonged effort to overcome a challenge, or a clash between opposing forces. This word can be applied to physical, emotional, or ideological battles. For example: The workers are in a struggle for better wages「労働者は賃金向上のための闘争中だ」(ろうどうしゃはちんぎんこうじょうのためのとうそうちゅうだ). The conflict between the two nations escalated「二国間の闘争が激化した」(にこくかんのとうそうがげきかした). Note that '闘争' carries a strong connotation of intensity and effort, and is often used in formal or serious contexts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    18

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1108

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Cabinet

    Reading

    onyomiかく

    kaku

    Parts

    Gate Each

    Example Word

    内閣: cabinet. The Japanese noun '内閣 (ないかく)' refers to the 'cabinet' in a governmental context. It specifically denotes the group of ministers or executives who are responsible for the administration and policy-making of a government. This term is commonly used in political discussions and news reports. For example: The cabinet held a meeting「内閣は会議を開いた」(ないかくはかいぎをひらいた). The prime minister reshuffled the cabinet「首相は内閣を改造した」(しゅしょうはないかくをかいぞうした). The term is often associated with the executive branch of government and is a key component in the political structure of Japan.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    1251

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Quiet, Leisure

    Reading

    onyomiかん

    kan

    Parts

    Gate Tree, Wood

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1313

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Inspect, Inspection

    Reading

    kunyomiけみ

    kemi

    onyomiえつ

    etsu

    Parts

    Gate

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1988

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Clan, Clique

    Reading

    onyomiばつ

    batsu

    Parts

    Gate Fell, Cut down

    Example Word

    派閥: faction. The Japanese noun '派閥 (はばつ)' refers to a 'faction' or a group within a larger organization, often political or corporate, that has its own distinct interests or agenda. This term is commonly used in contexts where there is internal division or competition within a group. For example: There is a strong faction within the party「党内に強い派閥がある」(とうないにつよいはばつがある). The company is divided into several factions「その会社はいくつかの派閥に分かれている」(そのかいしゃはいくつかのはばつにわかれている). The term can carry a slightly negative connotation, implying internal strife or power struggles.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    2018

    Handwriting

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