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kanji
立Meaning
Stand
Reading
kunyomiたta
onyomiりつritsu
Parts
亠Lid 䒑Herbs
Example Word
立つ: stand. The Japanese verb '立つ (たつ)' primarily means 'to stand'. It is used to describe the action of being in an upright position on one's feet. This verb can also be used in various contexts to indicate the start of something, such as an event or a situation. For example: I stood up「私は立った」(わたしはたった). The meeting will start soon「会議がすぐに立つ」(かいぎがすぐにたつ). Additionally, '立つ' can be used metaphorically to describe something becoming prominent or noticeable, as in 'a problem has arisen'「問題が立った」(もんだいがたった).
Radical
立
Stroke Count
5JLPT
N4Grade
1Frequency
39
Handwriting
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端Meaning
End, Edge
Reading
kunyomiはしhashi
はha
はたhata
onyomiたんtan
Parts
立Stand 耑
Example Word
先端: tip or cutting edge. The Japanese noun '先端 (せんたん)' has two distinct meanings. The first meaning is 'tip', referring to the end or extremity of something, such as the tip of a pencil or a mountain peak. For example: the tip of the pencil is sharp「鉛筆の先端は鋭い」(えんぴつのせんたんはするどい). The second meaning is 'cutting-edge', referring to the forefront of technology, research, or innovation. For example: this company is at the cutting edge of technology「この会社は技術の先端にいる」(このかいしゃはぎじゅつのせんたんにいる). The context will determine which meaning is appropriate.
Radical
立
Stroke Count
14JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
523
Handwriting
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章Meaning
Chapter, Badge
Reading
onyomiしょうshou
Parts
立Stand 早Early, Fast
Example Word
章: chapter. The Japanese noun '章 (しょう)' primarily means 'chapter'. It is used to refer to a main division of a book, typically with a number or title. This term is commonly found in academic texts, novels, and other written works. For example: Please read chapter three「第三章を読んでください」(だいさんしょうをよんでください). The final chapter was very interesting「最終章はとても面白かった」(さいしゅうしょうはとてもおもしろかった). Additionally, '章' can sometimes be used metaphorically to describe a phase or period in life or history, though this usage is less common.
Radical
立
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N2Grade
3Frequency
806
Handwriting
kanji
童Meaning
Juvenile
Reading
kunyomiわらべwarabe
onyomiどうdou
Parts
立Stand 里Hometown
Example Word
児童: child. The Japanese noun '児童 (じどう)' refers to a child, typically in the context of school-age children or minors. It is often used in formal or educational settings, such as when discussing children's welfare, education, or legal rights. For example: The school is for children「その学校は児童のためのものです」(そのがっこうはじどうのためのものです). The law protects the rights of children「その法律は児童の権利を守る」(そのほうりつはじどうのけんりをまもる). Note that '児童' is more formal than other words like '子供 (こども)', which is a more general term for children.
Radical
立
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N2Grade
3Frequency
1101
Handwriting
kanji
竜Meaning
Dragon
Reading
kunyomiたつtatsu
onyomiりゅうryuu
Parts
立Stand 电
Example Word
竜: dragon. The Japanese noun '竜 (りゅう)' refers to a 'dragon', a mythical creature often depicted as a large, serpentine or reptilian being with magical or spiritual qualities. In Japanese culture, dragons are typically seen as benevolent and associated with water, rain, and protection. They are a common motif in folklore, art, and festivals. Example sentences: The dragon flew across the sky「竜が空を飛んだ」(りゅうがそらをとんだ). The shrine is guarded by a dragon「その神社は竜に守られている」(そのじんじゃはりゅうにまもられている). Note that '竜' is often used in names, stories, and symbolic contexts, and it carries a more traditional or mythical connotation compared to the word 'ドラゴン' (doragon), which is used for Western-style dragons.
Radical
立
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N1Grade
9Frequency
1151
Handwriting
kanji
競Meaning
Compete
Reading
kunyomiせse
きそkiso
onyomiけいkei
きょうkyou
Parts
立Stand 兄Older brother
Example Word
競争: competition. The Japanese verbal noun '競争 (きょうそう)' means 'competition'. It refers to a situation in which individuals or groups strive to outperform each other, often in a specific activity or field. This word is commonly used in contexts such as sports, business, academics, or any scenario where rivalry or striving for superiority is involved. For example: The competition was fierce「競争は激しかった」(きょうそうははげしかった). They are in competition for the top position「彼らはトップの座を競争している」(かれらはトップのざをきょうそうしている). Note that '競争' can also imply a sense of striving or effort, not just direct rivalry.
Radical
立
Stroke Count
20JLPT
N2Grade
4Frequency
1336
Handwriting