Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Radical

kanji

Meaning

See

Reading

Parts

儿Legs 目Eye

Example Word

見習う: learn. The Japanese verb '見習う (みならう)' means 'to learn by observing or following someone's example'. It is often used when someone is trying to acquire skills or knowledge by closely watching and imitating a more experienced person. This verb carries a nuance of respect and admiration for the person being observed. For example: I want to learn from my teacher「先生を見習いたい」(せんせいをみならいたい). He learned how to cook by watching his mother「彼は母親を見習って料理を覚えた」(かれはははおやをみならってりょうりをおぼえた). The verb can also imply a sense of apprenticeship or mentorship, where the learner is expected to follow the methods and practices of the person they are observing.

Radical

見

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

3

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Parent

Reading

Parts

見See 立Stand 木Tree, Wood

Example Word

親しい: close. The Japanese adjective '親しい (したしい)' means 'close' in the sense of having a close or intimate relationship with someone. It is used to describe a strong bond or familiarity between people, such as friends, family members, or colleagues. For example: She is my close friend「彼女は私の親しい友達です」(かのじょはわたしのしたしいともだちです). We have a close relationship「私たちは親しい関係です」(わたしたちはしたしいかんけいです). This word can also imply trust and emotional closeness, and it is often used in contexts where the relationship is personal rather than formal.

Radical

見

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

134

Radical Form

亲

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Remember, Awake

Reading

Parts

見See

Example Word

知覚: perception. The Japanese noun '知覚 (ちかく)' refers to 'perception', the process of recognizing and interpreting sensory information. It is often used in contexts related to psychology, philosophy, or everyday experiences involving the senses. For example: His perception of colors is unique「彼の色の知覚は独特だ」(かれのいろのちかくはどくとくだ). The study focuses on visual perception「その研究は視覚の知覚に焦点を当てている」(そのけんきゅうはしかくのちかくにしょうてんをあてている). This word can also imply awareness or consciousness in certain contexts, such as in '知覚の欠如 (ちかくのけつじょ) (lack of perception)'.

Radical

見

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

270

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

View

Reading

Parts

隹Bird 見See

Example Word

観念: idea or notion. The Japanese noun '観念 (かんねん)' refers to an abstract idea, concept, or notion. It is often used in philosophical or intellectual contexts to describe thoughts or beliefs that are not tied to concrete objects. For example: His idea of freedom is unique「彼の自由の観念は独特だ」(かれのじゆうのかんねんはどくとくだ). The notion of time varies across cultures「時間の観念は文化によって異なる」(じかんのかんねんはぶんかによってことなる). This word can also imply a sense of resignation or acceptance, as in '観念する (かんねんする)', meaning 'to give up' or 'to resign oneself to a situation.'

Radical

見

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

321

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

See, Look

Reading

Parts

礻Cult (示)見See

Example Word

視聴: viewing. The Japanese noun '視聴 (しちょう)' refers to the act of watching or viewing something, often used in the context of media such as TV programs, videos, or broadcasts. It can also imply listening, especially in contexts where both visual and auditory elements are involved. For example: The viewing rate of the program was high「その番組の視聴率は高かった」(そのばんぐみのしちょうりつはたかかった). I watched the live broadcast「生放送を視聴した」(なまほうそうをしちょうした). This term is commonly used in discussions about media consumption and audience metrics.

Radical

見

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

644

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Standard, Regulation

Reading

Parts

夫Man, Husband 見See

Example Word

規定: regulation. The Japanese verbal noun '規定 (きてい)' refers to a rule, regulation, or provision that is formally established. It is often used in legal, organizational, or institutional contexts to describe guidelines or standards that must be followed. For example: The company follows strict regulations「会社は厳しい規定に従います」(かいしゃはきびしいきていにしたがいます). This law includes new provisions「この法律には新しい規定が含まれています」(このほうりつにはあたらしいきていがふくまれています). The word can also imply something that is predetermined or fixed, such as in '規定の時間 (きていのじかん) (fixed time)'.

Radical

見

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1074

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Look, Perusal

Reading

Parts

臣Servant, Retainer

Example Word

一覧: list. The Japanese noun '一覧 (いちらん)' means 'list'. It refers to a comprehensive or organized display of items, often presented in a table or chart format. This word is commonly used in contexts such as schedules, directories, or summaries. For example: Please check the list「一覧を確認してください」(いちらんをかくにんしてください). The list of participants is attached「参加者一覧が添付されています」(さんかしゃいちらんがてんぷされています). Note that '一覧' often implies a visual or structured presentation of information, making it distinct from more general terms like 'リスト (list)'.

Radical

見

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1129

Handwriting