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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
殺害: killing. The Japanese noun '殺害 (さつがい)' refers to the act of killing, typically in the context of murder or homicide. It is a formal term often used in legal, news, or serious discussions. For example: The suspect was arrested for the killing of a businessman「容疑者はビジネスマンの殺害で逮捕された」(ようぎしゃはビジネスマンのさつがいでたいほされた). The police are investigating the killing「警察は殺害を調査している」(けいさつはさつがいをちょうさしている). This term carries a heavy and serious connotation, so it is not used in casual conversation.
Radical
殳
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N3Grade
4Frequency
265
Handwriting
kanji
段Meaning
Step, Stairs
Reading
onyomiだんdan
Parts
殳Pike
Example Word
手段: method or means. The Japanese noun '手段 (しゅだん)' refers to a way, means, or method to achieve something. It is often used in contexts where one is discussing the tools, strategies, or approaches to accomplish a goal. For example: We need to find a means to solve this problem「この問題を解決する手段を見つける必要がある」(このもんだいをかいけつするしゅだんをみつけるひつようがある). Education is an important method for personal growth「教育は個人の成長にとって重要な手段だ」(きょういくはこじんのせいちょうにとってじゅうようなしゅだんだ). The word can be used in both formal and informal settings, and it often implies a focus on practicality and effectiveness.
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