Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Radical

kanji

Meaning

Prosper

Reading

Parts

成Become 皿Plate

Example Word

盛ん: active or prosperous. The Japanese adjective '盛ん (さかん)' has two distinct meanings. The first meaning is 'prosperous', which refers to something thriving or flourishing, such as a business or a region. For example: the town is prosperous「その町は盛んだ」(そのまちはさかんだ). The second meaning is 'active', which describes something lively or vigorous, often used for activities or events. For example: the discussion was active「議論が盛んだった」(ぎろんがさかんだった). The word can also describe enthusiasm or intensity in actions or phenomena, such as '盛んな拍手 (さかんなはくしゅ)' (vigorous applause).

Radical

皿

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

684

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Profit, Benefit

Reading

Parts

皿Plate ハ

Example Word

益々: increasingly. The Japanese adverb '益々 (ますます)' means 'increasingly' or 'more and more'. It is used to indicate that something is growing or intensifying over time. This word is often used in formal or written contexts, such as business communications, speeches, or literature. For example: The company is increasingly successful「その会社は益々成功しています」(そのかいしゃはますますせいこうしています). The weather is getting colder and colder「天気は益々寒くなっています」(てんきはますますさむくなっています). Note that '益々' is typically used in positive contexts to describe growth or improvement, but it can also be used neutrally to describe any kind of increase.

Radical

皿

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

972

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Steal

Reading

Parts

次Next 皿Plate

Example Word

盗む: steal. The Japanese verb '盗む (ぬすむ)' means 'to steal'. It is used to describe the act of taking something that belongs to someone else without their permission. This verb can be used in various contexts, such as stealing physical objects, ideas, or even moments. For example: He stole my wallet「彼は私の財布を盗んだ」(かれはわたしのさいふをぬすんだ). She stole the idea from her colleague「彼女は同僚からそのアイデアを盗んだ」(かのじょはどうりょうからそのアイデアをぬすんだ). It's important to note that this verb carries a strong negative connotation and is considered a serious offense in Japanese culture.

Radical

皿

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1028

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Oversee

Reading

Parts

皿Plate 臣Servant, Retainer

Example Word

監督: director or supervisor. The Japanese verbal noun '監督 (かんとく)' can mean 'director' or 'supervisor', depending on the context. As 'director', it refers to someone who directs films, plays, or other creative works. For example: He is the director of this movie「彼はこの映画の監督です」(かれはこのえいがのかんとくです). As 'supervisor', it refers to someone who oversees or manages a team, project, or organization. For example: The supervisor checked the work「監督が仕事を確認しました」(かんとくがしごとをかくにんしました). The word is versatile and widely used in both creative and professional settings.

Radical

皿

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1161

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Tray, Disk

Reading

Parts

般Sort, Carrier 皿Plate

Example Word

基盤: foundation. The Japanese noun '基盤 (きばん)' refers to a 'foundation' or 'base' upon which something is built or established. It is often used in both literal and figurative contexts, such as the foundation of a building or the foundational principles of a system. For example: The foundation of this building is strong「この建物の基盤は強い」(このたてもののきばんはつよい). The company's success is built on a solid foundation「その会社の成功はしっかりした基盤の上に築かれている」(そのかいしゃのせいこうはしっかりしたきばんのうえにきずかれている). This word is commonly used in discussions about infrastructure, technology, or organizational structures.

Radical

皿

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1411

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Plate

Reading

Parts

丨Stick 一One 冂Enclosure

Example Word

皿: plate. The Japanese noun '皿 (さら)' refers to a 'plate', which is a flat dish used for serving food. This word is commonly used in everyday contexts, such as dining or cooking. For example: Please wash the plate「皿を洗ってください」(さらをあらってください). The plate is broken「皿が割れている」(さらがわれている). It can also be used in compound words, such as 'お皿 (おさら)' which is a more polite or formal way to refer to a plate. The word is straightforward and primarily used to describe the physical object.

Radical

皿

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1463

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Tray, Basin

Reading

Parts

分Minute, Part 皿Plate

Example Word

盆踊り: bon dance. The Japanese noun '盆踊り (ぼんおどり)' refers to a traditional Japanese dance performed during the Obon festival, which is a Buddhist event to honor the spirits of deceased ancestors. The dance is typically performed in a circle around a raised platform called a 'yagura', where musicians play traditional music. The dance is a way to celebrate and remember ancestors, and it is often accompanied by the wearing of yukata (light summer kimono). For example: Let's go to the bon dance「盆踊りに行こう」(ぼんおどりにいこう). The bon dance is held at the shrine「盆踊りは神社で行われます」(ぼんおどりはじんじゃでおこなわれます). The atmosphere of the bon dance is lively and festive, with many people participating in the dance and enjoying the food stalls set up around the venue.

Radical

皿

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1540

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Alliance

Reading

Parts

明Bright 皿Plate

Example Word

同盟: alliance. The Japanese noun '同盟 (どうめい)' means 'alliance'. It refers to a formal agreement or partnership between two or more parties, often for mutual benefit or to achieve a common goal. This term is commonly used in political, military, or business contexts. For example: The two countries formed an alliance「その二つの国は同盟を結んだ」(そのふたつのくにはどうめいをむすんだ). The companies entered into a strategic alliance「その企業は戦略的同盟を結んだ」(そのきぎょうはせんりゃくてきどうめいをむすんだ). The nuance of '同盟' often implies a formal and binding relationship, distinguishing it from more casual partnerships or collaborations.

Radical

皿

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1660

Handwriting