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kanji
殺Meaning
Kill
Reading
kunyomiころkoro
onyomiさいsai
せつsetsu
さつsatsu
Parts
殳Pike 木Tree, Wood
Example Word
自殺: suicide. The Japanese verbal noun '自殺 (じさつ)' means 'suicide'. It refers to the act of intentionally causing one's own death. This word is often used in serious or sensitive contexts, such as discussions about mental health, societal issues, or personal tragedies. For example: suicide is a serious problem「自殺は深刻な問題です」(じさつはしんこくなもんだいです). He committed suicide「彼は自殺した」(かれはじさつした). The term can also appear in compound words, such as '自殺防止 (じさつぼうし)' (suicide prevention). It is important to approach this word with care due to its sensitive nature.
Radical
殳
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N3Grade
4Frequency
265
Handwriting
kanji
段Meaning
Step, Stairs
Reading
onyomiだんdan
Parts
殳Pike
Example Word
段階: stage. The Japanese noun '段階 (だんかい)' refers to a 'stage' or 'phase' in a process, development, or progression. It is commonly used to describe steps or levels in a sequence, such as in education, projects, or personal growth. For example: This is the final stage of the project「これはプロジェクトの最終段階です」(これはぷろじぇくとのさいしゅうだんかいです). He is in the early stages of learning Japanese「彼は日本語学習の初期段階です」(かれはにほんごがくしゅうのしょきだんかいです). The word can also imply a gradation or ranking, such as in levels of difficulty or achievement.
Radical
殳
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N3Grade
6Frequency
387
Handwriting
kanji
殿Meaning
Palace, Formal honorific title
Reading
kunyomiとのtono
どのdono
onyomiでんden
てんten
Parts
尸Corpse 共Together 殳Pike
Example Word
殿: lord. The Japanese suffix '殿 (との)' is a formal and respectful title used to address or refer to someone of high status, such as a lord, master, or superior. It is often used in historical contexts or in formal writing, such as letters or official documents. For example: addressing a lord「殿、お願いがあります」(との、おねがいがあります). In modern usage, it is less common but can still be found in certain formal or ceremonial contexts. It is important to note that this suffix conveys a high level of respect and should be used appropriately.
Radical
殳
Stroke Count
13JLPT
N2Grade
7Frequency
474
Handwriting
kanji
殴Meaning
Beat, Assault
Reading
kunyomiなぐnagu
onyomiおうou
Parts
区District 殳Pike
Example Word
殴る: hit. The Japanese verb '殴る (なぐる)' means 'to hit' or 'to strike', specifically with a fist or hand. It is often used to describe physical violence or a punch. This verb carries a strong connotation of aggression and is typically used in contexts involving conflict or physical altercations. For example: He hit the man「彼はその男を殴った」(かれはそのおとこをなぐった). Don't hit people「人を殴るな」(ひとをなぐるな). The verb can also be used metaphorically, but this is less common. It is important to note that this word is informal and can sound harsh or violent depending on the context.
Radical
殳
Stroke Count
8JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
1892
Handwriting