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Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Radical

Radical 方

 

    kanji

    Meaning

    Direction

    Reading

    kunyomiかた

    kata

    onyomiほう

    hou

    Parts

    Dot Ten thousand

    Example Word

    他方: other or another. The Japanese noun '他方 (たほう)' means 'other' or 'another'. It is used to refer to a different or alternative side, direction, or aspect of something. This word is often used in formal or written contexts to contrast two different things or perspectives. For example: On the other hand, he is very kind「他方、彼はとても親切だ」(たほう、かれはとてもしんせつだ). Another example: We need to consider the other side of the argument「議論の他方を考慮する必要がある」(ぎろんのたほうをこうりょするひつようがある). The word '他方' can also be used to indicate a different direction or place, such as in the sentence: The store is on the other side of the street「店は通りの他方にある」(みせはとおりのたほうにある).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    4

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    22

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Travel

    Reading

    kunyomiたび

    tabi

    onyomiりょ

    ryo

    Parts

    Direction 𠂉Person (人)𧘇Garment (衣)

    Example Word

    旅館: inn. The Japanese noun '旅館 (りょかん)' refers to a traditional Japanese inn, often featuring tatami-matted rooms, communal baths, and other Japanese-style amenities. These inns are commonly found in hot spring areas and are known for their hospitality and traditional meals. For example: I stayed at a Japanese inn「私は旅館に泊まりました」(わたしはりょかんにとまりました). This inn serves delicious meals「この旅館は美味しい食事を提供します」(このりょかんはおいしいしょくじをていきょうします). The term is distinct from Western-style hotels and emphasizes a cultural experience.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    447

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Family

    Reading

    onyomiぞく

    zoku

    Parts

    Direction Arrow 𠂉Person (人)

    Example Word

    水族館: aquarium. The Japanese noun '水族館 (すいぞくかん)' refers to an 'aquarium', a facility where aquatic animals and plants are kept and displayed for public viewing. This word is commonly used to describe places that house marine life, such as fish, dolphins, and other sea creatures, often for educational or entertainment purposes. Example sentences: Let's go to the aquarium「水族館に行きましょう」(すいぞくかんにいきましょう). The aquarium has many colorful fish「その水族館にはたくさんの色とりどりの魚がいます」(そのすいぞくかんにはたくさんのいろとりどりのさかながいます).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    552

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Flag

    Reading

    kunyomiはた

    hata

    onyomi

    ki

    Parts

    Direction That

    Example Word

    旗: flag. The Japanese noun '旗 (はた)' means 'flag'. This word refers to a piece of cloth or similar material, typically rectangular or triangular, attached to a pole or rope and used as a symbol, signaling device, or decoration. It is commonly used in contexts such as national flags, sports events, or festivals. For example: The national flag is flying「国旗がはためいている」(こっきがはためいている). They raised the white flag「彼らは白い旗を上げた」(かれらはしろいはたをあげた). The word can also be used metaphorically to represent a cause or movement, as in '旗を掲げる (はたをかかげる)' which means 'to raise a flag' or 'to champion a cause'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    14

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    1137

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Alms, Carry out

    Reading

    kunyomiほどこ

    hodoko

    onyomi

    shi

    se

    Parts

    Direction

    Example Word

    施す: apply or bestow. The Japanese verb '施す (ほどこす)' has two primary meanings. The first is 'to bestow' or 'to give', often used in the context of providing help, charity, or something beneficial to others. For example: He bestowed charity on the poor「彼は貧しい人々に施しをした」(かれはまずしいひとびとにほどこしをした). The second meaning is 'to apply' or 'to administer', such as applying a treatment or remedy. For example: The doctor applied a new treatment「医師は新しい治療を施した」(いしはあたらしいちりょうをほどこした). The verb carries a formal tone and is often used in contexts involving care, aid, or professional actions.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1496

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Gyrate, Rotation

    Reading

    onyomiせん

    sen

    Parts

    Direction

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    11

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1658

    Handwriting

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