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Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Radical

Radical 八

 

    kanji

    Meaning

    Eight

    Reading

    kunyomi

    yo

    ya

    onyomiはち

    hachi

    Parts

    丿Katakana no Stretch

    Example Word

    八: eight. The Japanese noun '八 (はち)' means 'eight'. It is used to denote the number eight in various contexts, such as counting, age, or quantity. For example: I have eight apples「りんごを八つ持っています」(りんごをやっつもっています). She is eight years old「彼女は八歳です」(かのじょははっさいです). The word can also be part of compound words or phrases, such as '八月 (はちがつ)' meaning 'August' or '八日 (ようか)' meaning 'the eighth day of the month'.

    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

    六日: six days or sixth. The Japanese noun '六日 (むいか)' has two primary meanings. The first meaning is 'sixth', referring to the sixth day of the month. For example: today is the sixth「今日は六日です」(きょうはむいかです). The second meaning is 'six days', referring to a duration of six days. For example: I will stay for six days「六日間滞在します」(むいかかんたいざいします). It's important to note that the context in which '六日' is used will determine whether it refers to a date or a duration.

    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

    兵隊: soldier. The Japanese noun '兵隊 (へいたい)' refers to a 'soldier'. It is commonly used to describe a member of the military, particularly in the context of ground forces. The term can be used in both historical and modern contexts, but it often carries a slightly informal or colloquial tone compared to more formal terms like '軍人 (ぐんじん)'. Example sentences: The soldiers marched through the town「兵隊が町を行進した」(へいたいがまちをこうしんした). He became a soldier「彼は兵隊になった」(かれはへいたいになった).

    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

    公園: park. The Japanese noun '公園 (こうえん)' means 'park'. It refers to a public area of land with grass, trees, and often playgrounds or walking paths, where people can relax, play, or enjoy nature. This word is commonly used to describe urban parks, national parks, or any designated recreational area. For example: Let's go to the park「公園に行きましょう」(こうえんにいきましょう). The park is beautiful in spring「公園は春に美しい」(こうえんははるにうつくしい). It can also be used in compound words like '動物公園 (どうぶつこうえん)' (zoo) or '国立公園 (こくりつこうえん)' (national park).

    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

    共に: together. The Japanese adverb '共に (ともに)' means 'together'. It is used to indicate that two or more people or things are doing something jointly or simultaneously. It can also imply a sense of shared experience or mutual involvement. For example: we will grow old together「私たちは共に年老いていく」(わたしたちはともにとしをとっていく). They fought together against the enemy「彼らは共に敵と戦った」(かれらはともにてきとたたかった). The word can also carry a nuance of unity or solidarity, as in '共に生きる (ともにいきる) (to live together in harmony)'.

    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

    筆記用具: stationery. The Japanese noun '筆記用具 (ひっきようぐ)' refers to 'stationery' or 'writing utensils'. It is a general term used to describe tools or instruments used for writing, such as pens, pencils, erasers, and notebooks. This word is commonly used in educational or office settings. For example: I bought new stationery「新しい筆記用具を買いました」(あたらしいひっきようぐをかいました). Please bring your stationery to the meeting「会議に筆記用具を持ってきてください」(かいぎにひっきようぐをもってきてください). The term emphasizes items specifically used for writing or taking notes, distinguishing it from other types of office supplies.

    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

    典型的: typical. The Japanese adjective '典型的 (てんけいてき)' means 'typical'. It is used to describe something that is representative of a particular type, group, or category. This word often carries a neutral or slightly negative connotation, implying that something is predictable or lacks uniqueness. For example: That's a typical Japanese dish「それは典型的な日本料理です」(それはてんけいてきなにほんりょうりです). His reaction was typical of him「彼の反応は典型的だった」(かれのはんのうはてんけいてきだった). The adjective is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to describe behaviors, characteristics, or events that are considered standard or expected.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    1237

    Handwriting

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