kanji

Meaning

Horse

Reading

Parts

三Three 丨Stick 灬Fire (火)㇉Bent hook

Example Word

馬鹿: fool or idiot. The Japanese adjectival noun '馬鹿 (ばか)' primarily means 'fool' or 'idiot'. It is used to describe someone who is foolish, silly, or lacking in common sense. However, it can also be used in a more affectionate or playful manner among close friends or family. For example: You're such an idiot「あなたは本当に馬鹿だね」(あなたはほんとうにばかだね). Don't be silly「馬鹿なこと言わないで」(ばかなこといわないで). It's important to note that while '馬鹿' can be used humorously, it can also be considered rude or offensive depending on the context and tone of voice.

Radical

馬

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

149

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Surprise, Surprised

Reading

Parts

馬Horse 敬Respect

Example Word

驚き: surprise. The Japanese noun '驚き (おどろき)' means 'surprise'. It refers to the feeling or state of being surprised, often due to something unexpected or astonishing. This word is commonly used to describe reactions to events, news, or discoveries. For example: His reaction was a surprise「彼の反応は驚きだった」(かれのはんのうはおどろきだった). The magician's trick caused great surprise「マジシャンの手品は大きな驚きを引き起こした」(マジシャンのてじなはおおきなおどろきをひきおこした). The word can also be used in expressions like '驚きの事実 (おどろきのじじつ)' (surprising fact) or '驚きを与える (おどろきをあたえる)' (to give someone a surprise).

Radical

馬

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

410

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Test

Reading

Parts

馬Horse 㑒

Example Word

試験: test or exam. The Japanese verbal noun '試験 (しけん)' primarily means 'exam' or 'test'. It refers to a formal assessment of knowledge, skills, or abilities, often conducted in educational or professional settings. This word is commonly used in contexts like school exams, job entrance tests, or experiments. For example: I have an exam tomorrow「明日は試験があります」(あしたはしけんがあります). He passed the entrance test「彼は入学試験に合格した」(かれはにゅうがくしけんにごうかくした). Note that '試験' can also refer to trials or experiments in scientific or technical contexts, such as '試験管 (しけんかん)' (test tube).

Radical

馬

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

650

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Poor quality, Burdensome

Reading

Parts

馬Horse 太Thick, Fat

Example Word

下駄: clogs. The Japanese noun '下駄 (げた)' refers to traditional Japanese wooden clogs. These clogs are typically worn with yukata or kimono and have a distinctive elevated wooden base with a thong strap. They are often associated with traditional Japanese culture and festivals. For example: I bought new clogs「新しい下駄を買いました」(あたらしいげたをかいました). She is wearing clogs with her kimono「彼女は着物に下駄を履いています」(かのじょはきものにげたをはいています). The sound of clogs on the pavement is nostalgic「下駄の音は懐かしい」(げたのおとはなつかしい).

Radical

馬

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

714

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Clamor, Boisterous

Reading

Parts

馬Horse 又Again 虫Insect

Example Word

騒ぎ: commotion. The Japanese noun '騒ぎ (さわぎ)' refers to a state of noise, confusion, or uproar. It is often used to describe situations where there is a lot of activity or disturbance, such as a loud party, a public protest, or any event that causes a noticeable disruption. For example: There was a commotion in the street「通りで騒ぎがあった」(とおりでさわぎがあった). The party turned into a big commotion「パーティーは大騒ぎになった」(パーティーはおおさわぎになった). This word can also imply a sense of chaos or disorder, and it is commonly used in both positive and negative contexts depending on the situation.

Radical

馬

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

776

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Spur on, Gallop

Reading

Parts

馬Horse 区District

Example Word

駆け付ける: rush. The Japanese verb '駆け付ける (かけつける)' means 'to rush to a place' or 'to hurry to arrive'. It is often used when someone is in a hurry to reach a specific location, usually in response to an urgent situation or to provide assistance. This verb conveys a sense of urgency and purpose. For example: I rushed to the hospital「病院に駆け付けた」(びょういんにかけつけた). He hurried to the scene of the accident「彼は事故現場に駆け付けた」(かれはじこげんばにかけつけた). The verb is commonly used in situations where time is critical, such as emergencies or important events.

Radical

馬

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1111

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Chess piece

Reading

Parts

馬Horse 句Phrase, Paragraph

Radical

馬

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1206

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Station

Reading

Parts

馬Horse 尺Foot

Example Word

駅前: station front. The Japanese noun '駅前 (えきまえ)' refers to the area in front of a train station. This term is commonly used to describe the vicinity or plaza located directly outside a train station, often bustling with shops, restaurants, and other amenities. For example: Let's meet in front of the station「駅前で会いましょう」(えきまえであいましょう). There are many shops in front of the station「駅前にたくさんのお店があります」(えきまえにたくさんのおみせがあります). The term is frequently used in daily conversations and is a key landmark in urban areas.

Radical

馬

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1223

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Horse, Ride

Reading

Parts

馬Horse 奇Strange, Unusual

Radical

馬

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1521

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Rise, Inflation

Reading

Parts

月Moon, Month 駦

Example Word

沸騰: boiling. The Japanese verbal noun '沸騰 (ふっとう)' means 'boiling'. It refers to the process of a liquid reaching its boiling point and bubbling vigorously due to heat. This term is commonly used in both scientific and everyday contexts. For example: the water is boiling「お湯が沸騰している」(おゆがふっとうしている). The excitement reached a boiling point「興奮が沸騰点に達した」(こうふんがふっとうてんにたっした). In a figurative sense, it can also describe a situation or emotions reaching a peak or climax, such as 'the crowd's excitement was boiling over'「群衆の興奮が沸騰していた」(ぐんしゅうのこうふんがふっとうしていた).

Radical

馬

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1839

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Parking, Stationed

Reading

Parts

馬Horse 主Master

Example Word

駐車: parking. The Japanese verbal noun '駐車 (ちゅうしゃ)' means 'parking'. It refers to the act of parking a vehicle, such as a car, in a designated area. This term is commonly used in contexts related to traffic regulations, parking lots, and vehicle management. For example: Parking is prohibited here「ここは駐車禁止です」(ここはちゅうしゃきんしです). I am looking for a parking space「駐車場を探しています」(ちゅうしゃじょうをさがしています). Note that '駐車' is often combined with other words to form compound terms, such as '駐車場 (ちゅうしゃじょう)' (parking lot) or '駐車禁止 (ちゅうしゃきんし)' (no parking).

Radical

馬

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1970

Handwriting