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Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Radical

Radical 子

 

    kanji

    Meaning

    Child

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ko

    onyomi

    su

    shi

    Parts

    Finish, Complete One

    Example Word

    双子: twins. The Japanese noun '双子 (ふたご)' refers to 'twins', specifically two offspring born from the same pregnancy. This word is used to describe siblings who are born at the same time. It can be used for both humans and animals. For example: They are twins「彼らは双子です」(かれらはふたごです). The cat gave birth to twins「その猫は双子を産んだ」(そのねこはふたごをうんだ). The term is neutral and does not specify whether the twins are identical or fraternal.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    3

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    7

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Learn

    Reading

    kunyomiまな

    mana

    onyomiがく

    gaku

    Parts

    Child Crown Small

    Example Word

    奨学金: scholarship. The Japanese noun '奨学金 (しょうがくきん)' refers to a 'scholarship', which is financial aid awarded to students to help pay for their education. This term is commonly used in academic contexts and can refer to both merit-based and need-based scholarships. For example: I received a scholarship「奨学金をもらいました」(しょうがくきんをもらいました). She applied for a scholarship「彼女は奨学金に申し込んだ」(かのじょはしょうがくきんにもうしこんだ). It is important to note that '奨学金' is often associated with higher education, such as university or graduate school, and can cover tuition, living expenses, or both.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    50

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Exist, Suppose

    Reading

    onyomiそん

    son

    ぞん

    zon

    Parts

    Child

    Example Word

    生存: survival. The Japanese verbal noun '生存 (せいぞん)' means 'survival'. It refers to the state of continuing to live or exist, especially in difficult conditions. This word is often used in contexts related to biology, ecology, or existential discussions. For example: survival of the fittest「適者生存」(てきしゃせいぞん). The survival rate of the species is low「その種の生存率は低い」(そのしゅのせいぞんりつはひくい). It can also be used metaphorically, such as in discussions about businesses or ideas surviving in a competitive environment.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    6

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    302

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Character

    Reading

    kunyomiあざ

    aza

    onyomi

    ji

    Parts

    Child Roof

    Example Word

    十字路: crossroads. The Japanese noun '十字路 (じゅうじろ)' refers to a 'crossroads' or an intersection where two roads cross each other, typically forming a cross shape. This word is often used in both literal and metaphorical contexts. In a literal sense, it describes a physical intersection, while metaphorically, it can signify a point of decision or a critical juncture in life. Example sentences include: At the crossroads, turn left「十字路で左に曲がってください」(じゅうじろでひだりにまがってください). Life is full of crossroads「人生には十字路がたくさんある」(じんせいにはじゅうじろがたくさんある).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    6

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    370

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Grandchildren

    Reading

    kunyomiまご

    mago

    onyomiそん

    son

    Parts

    Child Lineage

    Example Word

    孫: grandchild. The Japanese noun '孫 (まご)' means 'grandchild'. It refers to the child of one's son or daughter. This term is used in family contexts to denote the generational relationship. For example: my grandchild is cute「私の孫はかわいい」(わたしのまごはかわいい). I love spending time with my grandchildren「孫と過ごす時間が大好きです」(まごとすごすじかんがだいすきです). The term can be used for both male and female grandchildren and is a common word in family-related conversations.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    1114

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Hole, Cavity

    Reading

    kunyomiあな

    ana

    onyomiこう

    kou

    Parts

    Child

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    4

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1214

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Filial piety

    Reading

    onyomiこう

    kou

    Parts

    Old (老)Child

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    1298

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Orphan, Solitary

    Reading

    onyomi

    ko

    Parts

    Child

    Example Word

    孤独: loneliness. The Japanese adjectival noun '孤独 (こどく)' means 'loneliness'. It describes the state of being alone, isolated, or feeling disconnected from others. This word often carries an emotional weight, emphasizing the sadness or emptiness associated with being alone. For example: he felt deep loneliness「彼は深い孤独を感じた」(かれはふかいこどくをかんじた). Loneliness is a common theme in literature「孤独は文学のよくあるテーマだ」(こどくはぶんがくのよくあるテーマだ). It can also be used to describe a physical state of being alone, but it is more commonly associated with emotional isolation.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1318

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Season

    Reading

    onyomi

    ki

    Parts

    Child Cereal

    Example Word

    季節: season. The Japanese noun '季節 (きせつ)' refers to 'season', specifically one of the four divisions of the year (spring, summer, autumn, winter). It is used to describe the natural changes and characteristics associated with each period. For example: I love the autumn season「秋の季節が大好きです」(あきのきせつがだいすきです). The cherry blossoms are a symbol of the spring season「桜は春の季節の象徴です」(さくらははるのきせつのしょうちょうです). This word is commonly used in everyday conversation, poetry, and literature to evoke the beauty and atmosphere of each season.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    1341

    Handwriting

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