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kanji
集Meaning
Gather
Reading
kunyomiあつatsu
つどtsudo
onyomiしゅうshuu
Parts
木Tree, Wood 隹Bird
Example Word
集落: village or settlement. The Japanese noun '集落 (しゅうらく)' refers to a small community or group of houses, typically in a rural area. It can be translated as 'village' or 'settlement'. This term is often used to describe a small, clustered group of dwellings, often in a remote or less urbanized area. For example: The village is surrounded by mountains「その集落は山に囲まれている」(そのしゅうらくはやまにかこまれている). The settlement was established centuries ago「その集落は何世紀も前に作られた」(そのしゅうらくはなんせいきもまえにつくられた). Note that '集落' emphasizes the physical grouping of houses or buildings, rather than the administrative or cultural aspects of a community.
Radical
隹
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N4Grade
3Frequency
322
Handwriting
kanji
難Meaning
Difficult
Reading
kunyomiかたkata
むずかmuzuka
onyomiなんnan
Example Word
難: difficulty. The Japanese noun '難 (なん)' means 'difficulty' or 'hardship'. It is often used to describe challenging situations, problems, or obstacles. This word is commonly found in compound words or phrases, such as '困難 (こんなん)' (difficulty) or '災難 (さいなん)' (disaster). For example: This problem is full of difficulties「この問題は難だらけだ」(このもんだいはなんだらけだ). Overcoming difficulties is important「難を乗り越えることが大切だ」(なんをのりこえることがたいせつだ). Note that '難' can also appear in idiomatic expressions or proverbs, emphasizing the concept of struggle or adversity.
Radical
隹
Stroke Count
18JLPT
N3Grade
6Frequency
337
Handwriting
kanji
離Meaning
Detach, Separate
Reading
kunyomiはなhana
onyomiりri
Parts
离 隹Bird
Example Word
離陸: takeoff. The Japanese verbal noun '離陸 (りりく)' means 'takeoff' and is primarily used in the context of aviation to describe the moment when an aircraft leaves the ground and begins to fly. It can also be used metaphorically to describe the start of a project or endeavor. For example: The plane is about to take off「飛行機が離陸しようとしている」(ひこうきがりりくしようとしている). The new business is ready for takeoff「新しいビジネスが離陸の準備ができている」(あたらしいビジネスがりりくのじゅんびができている). Note that '離陸' is often used in formal or technical contexts.
Radical
隹
Stroke Count
19JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
401
Handwriting
kanji
雑Meaning
Miscellaneous
Reading
onyomiぞうzou
ざつzatsu
Parts
杂 隹Bird
Example Word
雑談: chat. The Japanese verbal noun '雑談 (ざつだん)' refers to casual conversation or small talk. It is used to describe informal, light-hearted discussions that are not focused on any specific topic. This word is often used in social settings, such as during breaks at work or when catching up with friends. For example: Let's have a chat「雑談しましょう」(ざつだんしましょう). We had a nice chat yesterday「昨日はいい雑談をしました」(きのうはいいざつだんをしました). The term emphasizes the relaxed and unstructured nature of the conversation, contrasting with more formal or serious discussions.
Radical
隹
Stroke Count
14JLPT
N3Grade
5Frequency
534
Handwriting
kanji
雄Meaning
Male, Heroic
Reading
kunyomiおo
おすosu
onyomiゆうyuu
Parts
厷 隹Bird
Example Word
雄大: grand. The Japanese adjective '雄大 (ゆうだい)' means 'grand' or 'magnificent'. It is used to describe something that is impressively large, majestic, or awe-inspiring, often in the context of nature, landscapes, or significant events. For example: The view of the mountains was grand「山々の眺めは雄大だった」(やまやまのながめはゆうだいだった). The ceremony was magnificent「その式典は雄大だった」(そのしきてんはゆうだいだった). This word carries a sense of admiration and is often used to evoke a feeling of wonder or respect.
Radical
隹
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
731
Handwriting
kanji
雇Meaning
Employ, Hire
Reading
kunyomiやとyato
onyomiこko
Parts
戸Door 隹Bird
Example Word
雇用: employment. The Japanese verbal noun '雇用 (こよう)' means 'employment'. It refers to the act of hiring or employing someone, or the state of being employed. This term is commonly used in contexts related to jobs, labor, and workforce. For example: The company is increasing employment「その会社は雇用を増やしている」(そのかいしゃはこようをふやしている). Stable employment is important「安定した雇用は重要だ」(あんていしたこようはじゅうようだ). Note that '雇用' can also be used in compound words like '雇用契約 (こようけいやく)' (employment contract) or '雇用主 (こようぬし)' (employer).
Radical
隹
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N2Grade
8Frequency
1636
Handwriting
kanji
雌Meaning
Female
Reading
kunyomiめme
めすmesu
めんmen
onyomiしshi
Parts
此 隹Bird
Example Word
雌: female. The Japanese noun '雌 (めす)' refers to the female of a species, particularly in animals. It is commonly used to distinguish the sex of animals, such as in '雌の猫 (めすのねこ)' meaning 'female cat'. This term is often used in biological contexts or when specifying the gender of animals. For example: That is a female bird「あれは雌の鳥です」(あれはめすのとりです). The female dog is gentle「雌の犬はおとなしい」(めすのいぬはおとなしい). Note that '雌' is less commonly used for humans; instead, '女性 (じょせい)' is preferred when referring to female humans.
Radical
隹
Stroke Count
14JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
1924
Handwriting
kanji
隻Meaning
One of a pair, Ship counter
Reading
onyomiせきseki
Parts
隹Bird 又Again
Example Word
隻: counter for ships. The Japanese suffix '隻 (せき)' is a counter used specifically for counting ships or vessels. It is a specialized counter and is not used for other objects. For example: one ship「一隻の船」(いっせきのふね). two ships「二隻 の船」(にせきのふね). This counter is often used in contexts related to maritime activities, shipping, or naval discussions. It is important to note that '隻' is not a standalone word but a suffix that must be attached to a number to indicate the count of ships.
Radical
隹
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N2Grade
8Frequency
1933
Handwriting