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Radical 八 Jōyō Kanji Practice Quiz

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  • kanji

    Meaning

    Eight

    Reading

    kunyomi

    yo

    ya

    onyomiはち

    hachi

    Parts

    丿Katakana no Stretch

    Example Word

    八十: eighty. The Japanese noun '八十 (はちじゅう)' means 'eighty'. It is a number used to represent the quantity or age of eighty. This word is commonly used in contexts involving counting, age, or numerical references. For example: my grandfather is eighty years old「私のおじいさんは八十歳です」(わたしのおじいさんははちじゅうさいです). There are eighty students in the school「学校には八十人の生徒がいます」(がっこうにははちじゅうにんのせいとがいます). Note that '八十' is often combined with counters or other words to specify context, such as '八十歳 (はちじゅうさい)' for 'eighty years old'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    2

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    108

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Six

    Reading

    kunyomi

    mu

    onyomiろく

    roku

    Parts

    Lid Eight

    Example Word

    六: six. The Japanese noun '六 (ろく)' means 'six'. It is a numeral used to represent the number six in counting or describing quantities. This word is commonly used in various contexts, such as telling time, counting objects, or indicating age. For example: It's six o'clock「六時です」(ろくじです). There are six apples「りんごが六つあります」(りんごがむっつあります). The number six is also considered lucky in some cultures, which can add a positive connotation when used in certain contexts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    4

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    140

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Soldier

    Reading

    onyomiへい

    hei

    ひょう

    hyou

    Parts

    Hill Eight

    Example Word

    兵士: soldier. The Japanese noun '兵士 (へいし)' means 'soldier'. It refers to a person who serves in an army or military force. This term is neutral and can be used to describe soldiers in any context, whether historical, modern, or fictional. For example: The soldier fought bravely「兵士は勇敢に戦った」(へいしはゆうかんにたたかった). Many soldiers were injured in the battle「多くの兵士が戦闘で負傷した」(おおくのへいしがせんとうでふしょうした). The word is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    7

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    218

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Public

    Reading

    kunyomiおおやけ

    ooyake

    onyomiこう

    kou

    Parts

    Eight Private

    Example Word

    公務: official duty. The Japanese noun '公務 (こうむ)' refers to 'official duty' or 'public service'. It is commonly used to describe work or responsibilities carried out by government employees or public officials. This term emphasizes the formal and public nature of the duties. For example: He is busy with official duties「彼は公務で忙しい」(かれはこうむでいそがしい). Public officials must prioritize their official duties「公務員は公務を優先しなければならない」(こうむいんはこうむをゆうせんしなければならない). The word is often associated with roles in government, administration, or public institutions.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    4

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    295

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Together

    Reading

    kunyomiとも

    tomo

    onyomiきょう

    kyou

    Parts

    Twenty (廿)Eight

    Example Word

    公共: public. The Japanese noun '公共 (こうきょう)' refers to something that is related to the community or society as a whole, often implying a sense of shared responsibility or common interest. It is commonly used in contexts involving public services, facilities, or welfare. For example: public transportation「公共の交通機関」(こうきょうのこうつうきかん). Public safety is important「公共の安全は大切です」(こうきょうのあんぜんはたいせつです). This term emphasizes the collective aspect of society and is often used in formal or official contexts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    6

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    340

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Tool

    Reading

    kunyomiそな

    sona

    onyomi

    gu

    Parts

    Eye Lofty

    Example Word

    具体: concrete. The Japanese noun '具体 (ぐたい)' refers to something that is concrete, tangible, or specific, as opposed to abstract or vague. It is often used in contexts where clarity or specificity is emphasized, such as in discussions, plans, or explanations. For example: Let's discuss concrete plans「具体の計画を話し合いましょう」(ぐたいのけいかくをはなしあいましょう). The proposal lacks concrete details「その提案は具体性に欠けている」(そのていあんはぐたいせいにかけている). This word is commonly paired with terms like '具体化 (ぐたいか)' (to make concrete) or '具体例 (ぐたいれい)' (concrete example).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    528

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Combine, Concurrently

    Reading

    kunyomi

    ka

    onyomiけん

    ken

    Example Word

    兼ねる: unable. The Japanese verb '兼ねる (かねる)' is often used to express the idea of being unable to do something or finding it difficult to do something, usually due to circumstances or conflicting factors. It conveys a sense of hesitation or reluctance. For example: I cannot agree with that「それには賛成しかねる」(それにはさんせいしかねる). It is hard to accept that explanation「その説明は受け入れがたい」(そのせつめいはうけいれがたい). This verb is commonly used in formal or polite contexts and often appears in phrases like '~しかねる' to express difficulty or inability.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1079

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Code, Rule

    Reading

    onyomiてん

    ten

    Parts

    Eight

    Example Word

    辞典: dictionary. The Japanese noun '辞典 (じてん)' refers to a 'dictionary', a reference book containing words and their meanings, often arranged alphabetically. It is commonly used for language learning or looking up definitions. For example: I bought a new dictionary「新しい辞典を買いました」(あたらしいじてんをかいました). This dictionary is very useful「この辞典はとても便利です」(このじてんはとてもべんりです). The word can also refer to specialized dictionaries, such as a kanji dictionary『漢字辞典』(かんじじてん).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    1237

    Handwriting