Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Radical

kanji

Meaning

See

Reading

Parts

儿Legs 目Eye

Example Word

見通し: view or prospect. The Japanese noun '見通し (みとおし)' can mean 'view' or 'prospect'. When referring to 'view', it describes a clear line of sight or the ability to see something unobstructed. For example: The view from the mountain is beautiful「山からの見通しは美しい」(やまからのみとおしはうつくしい). When referring to 'prospect', it describes a forecast or outlook for the future, often in a business or planning context. For example: The economic prospects are good「経済の見通しは良い」(けいざいのみとおしはよい). The word can also imply a sense of clarity or understanding, as in having a clear view or understanding of a situation.

Radical

見

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

3

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Parent

Reading

Parts

見See 立Stand 木Tree, Wood

Example Word

親しみ: familiarity. The Japanese noun '親しみ (したしみ)' refers to a sense of familiarity, closeness, or warmth towards someone or something. It is often used to describe the feeling of being comfortable or at ease with a person, place, or concept. For example: I feel a sense of familiarity with this town「この町に親しみを感じる」(このまちにしたしみをかんじる). His smile gives me a warm feeling「彼の笑顔に親しみを感じる」(かれのえがおにしたしみをかんじる). This word is commonly used in contexts where there is an emotional connection or a sense of ease.

Radical

見

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

134

Radical Form

亲

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Remember, Awake

Reading

Parts

見See

Example Word

覚える: learn or remember. The Japanese verb '覚える (おぼえる)' primarily means 'to remember' or 'to memorize'. It is used when someone retains information or experiences in their memory. For example: I remember his name「彼の名前を覚えている」(かれのなまえをおぼえている). It can also mean 'to learn' in the sense of acquiring a skill or knowledge. For example: She learned how to swim「彼女は泳ぎ方を覚えた」(かのじょはおよぎかたをおぼえた). The verb is commonly used in everyday conversations and can be applied to both concrete and abstract concepts.

Radical

見

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

270

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

View

Reading

Parts

隹Bird 見See

Example Word

観点: viewpoint. The Japanese noun '観点 (かんてん)' means 'viewpoint' or 'perspective'. It refers to a particular way of considering or looking at something, often used in discussions, analyses, or debates. This word is commonly used in formal or academic contexts to describe the angle or standpoint from which a topic is approached. For example: from a historical viewpoint「歴史的な観点から」(れきしてきなかんてんから). From an economic perspective「経済的な観点から」(けいざいてきなかんてんから). It can also be used to express someone's personal opinion or stance, as in 'my viewpoint is different'「私の観点は違います」(わたしのかんてんはちがいます).

Radical

見

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

321

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

See, Look

Reading

Parts

礻Cult (示)見See

Example Word

重視: emphasis. The Japanese verbal noun '重視 (じゅうし)' means 'emphasis' or 'importance'. It is used to indicate that something is given significant attention or priority. This term is often used in contexts where certain aspects, values, or factors are considered more critical than others. For example: The company places emphasis on customer satisfaction「会社は顧客満足を重視する」(かいしゃはこきゃくまんぞくをじゅうしする). Education is given importance in this country「この国では教育が重視される」(このくにではきょういくがじゅうしされる). The word can also be used in various contexts, such as business, education, and personal values, to highlight the significance of a particular element.

Radical

見

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

644

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Standard, Regulation

Reading

Parts

夫Man, Husband 見See

Example Word

不規則: irregular. The Japanese adjectival noun '不規則 (ふきそく)' means 'irregular'. It is used to describe something that does not follow a set pattern, rule, or schedule. This term can be applied to various contexts, such as irregular schedules, irregular shapes, or irregular behavior. For example: His work hours are irregular「彼の仕事時間は不規則だ」(かれのしごとじかんはふきそくだ). The heartbeat was irregular「心拍が不規則だった」(しんぱくがふきそくだった). Note that '不規則' is often used in formal or technical contexts to describe deviations from the norm.

Radical

見

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1074

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Look, Perusal

Reading

Parts

臣Servant, Retainer

Example Word

展覧会: exhibition. The Japanese noun '展覧会 (てんらんかい)' refers to an 'exhibition' or a 'display' of items, often art, artifacts, or collections, for public viewing. It is commonly used in contexts related to art galleries, museums, or special events where works are showcased. For example: I went to an art exhibition「美術の展覧会に行きました」(びじゅつのてんらんかいにいきました). The exhibition was very interesting「その展覧会はとても面白かったです」(そのてんらんかいはとてもおもしろかったです). This word is neutral in tone and can be used in both formal and informal settings.

Radical

見

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1129

Handwriting