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Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Radical

Radical 月

 

    kanji

    Meaning

    Moon, Month

    Reading

    kunyomiつき

    tsuki

    onyomiげつ

    getsu

    がつ

    gatsu

    Parts

    Three 丿Katakana no Barb

    Example Word

    満月: full moon. The Japanese noun '満月 (まんげつ)' refers to the 'full moon'. This term is used to describe the phase of the moon when it appears fully illuminated from Earth's perspective. It is often associated with beauty, romance, and traditional festivals in Japanese culture. For example: The full moon is beautiful tonight「今夜の満月は美しい」(こんやのまんげつはうつくしい). We watched the full moon together「一緒に満月を見た」(いっしょにまんげつをみた). The full moon is a common theme in poetry and art, symbolizing completeness and perfection.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    4

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    76

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Exist

    Reading

    kunyomi

    a

    onyomiゆう

    yuu

    u

    Parts

    𠂇Cliff (厂)Moon, Month

    Example Word

    有能: capable. The Japanese adjectival noun '有能 (ゆうのう)' means 'capable' or 'competent'. It is used to describe someone who has the ability, skill, or talent to perform tasks effectively. This word is often used in professional or formal contexts to praise someone's abilities. For example: He is a capable employee「彼は有能な社員です」(かれはゆうのうなしゃいんです). She is competent at her job「彼女は仕事に有能です」(かのじょはしごとにゆうのうです). Note that '有能' is often followed by the particle 'な' when modifying a noun, as in '有能な人 (ゆうのうなひと) (capable person)'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    6

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    165

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Morning

    Reading

    kunyomiあさ

    asa

    onyomiちょう

    chou

    Parts

    Moon, Month Eminent (卓)

    Example Word

    翌朝: next morning. The Japanese noun '翌朝 (よくあさ)' refers to 'the next morning' or 'the following morning'. It is used to indicate the morning of the day after a specific event or day. This word is often used in narratives or descriptions to denote the passage of time. For example: I woke up early the next morning「翌朝、早く起きた」(よくあさ、はやくおきた). The next morning, the weather was clear「翌朝、天気は晴れていた」(よくあさ、てんきははれていた). It is important to note that '翌朝' is a formal or literary term, and in casual conversation, people might use '次の朝 (つぎのあさ)' instead.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    210

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Hope, Ambition

    Reading

    kunyomiのぞ

    nozo

    onyomiもう

    mou

    ぼう

    bou

    Parts

    Death, Deceased Moon, Month King

    Example Word

    願望: desire. The Japanese noun '願望 (がんぼう)' means 'desire' or 'wish'. It refers to a strong feeling of wanting something or wishing for something to happen. This word is often used in formal or literary contexts to express deep aspirations or longings. For example: His desire for success is strong「彼の成功への願望は強い」(かれのせいこうへのがんぼうはつよい). She has a wish to travel the world「彼女は世界を旅したいという願望がある」(かのじょはせかいをたびしたいというがんぼうがある). The word can also be used in psychological contexts to describe subconscious desires or aspirations.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    367

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Obey, Clothing

    Reading

    onyomiふく

    fuku

    Parts

    Moon, Month 𠬝Clothing (服)

    Example Word

    服: clothes. The Japanese noun '服 (ふく)' means 'clothes'. It refers to garments or clothing items worn on the body. This word is commonly used in everyday conversations when discussing attire, fashion, or dressing up. For example: I bought new clothes「新しい服を買いました」(あたらしいふくをかいました). She is wearing beautiful clothes「彼女はきれいな服を着ています」(かのじょはきれいなふくをきています). The word can also be used in compound words like '制服 (せいふく)' (uniform) or '洋服 (ようふく)' (Western-style clothing).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    460

    Radical Form

    𠬝

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Time, Period

    Reading

    onyomi

    go

    ki

    Parts

    Moon, Month That

    Example Word

    期限: deadline. The Japanese noun '期限 (きげん)' refers to a 'deadline' or 'time limit'. It is commonly used in contexts where a specific period or date is set for the completion of a task, submission of documents, or expiration of something. For example: The deadline for the report is tomorrow「レポートの期限は明日です」(レポートのきげんはあしたです). The expiration date of this product is next month「この商品の期限は来月です」(このしょうひんのきげんはらいげつです). This word is often used in formal or professional settings, such as work, school, or legal matters.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    12

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    511

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Clear, Cheerful

    Reading

    kunyomiほが

    hoga

    onyomiろう

    rou

    Parts

    Good Moon, Month

    Example Word

    朗らか: cheerful. The Japanese adjective '朗らか (ほがらか)' means 'cheerful' or 'bright'. It is used to describe someone who has a cheerful and optimistic personality, or a situation that feels lighthearted and pleasant. This word often conveys a sense of openness and positivity. For example: She has a cheerful personality「彼女は朗らかな性格です」(かのじょはほがらかなせいかくです). The atmosphere at the party was cheerful「パーティーの雰囲気は朗らかでした」(パーティーのふんいきはほがらかでした). Note that '朗らか' is often used to describe people or moods rather than objects.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    6

    Frequency

    1677

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Emporer, Majestic plural, Imperial we

    Reading

    onyomiちん

    chin

    Parts

    Moon, Month Close

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    2115

    Handwriting

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