Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Radical

kanji

Meaning

Instant, Immediate

Reading

Parts

艮Stopping 卩Seal

Example Word

即ち: namely. The Japanese conjunction '即ち (すなわち)' means 'namely' or 'in other words'. It is used to clarify or restate something that has been mentioned previously, often to provide a more precise or detailed explanation. This word is commonly used in both written and formal spoken Japanese. For example: He is my best friend, namely, my brother「彼は私の親友、即ち、私の兄です」(かれはわたしのしんゆう、すなわち、わたしのあにです). The solution is simple, namely, to work harder「解決策は簡単だ、即ち、もっと頑張ることだ」(かいけつさくはかんたんだ、すなわち、もっとがんばることだ).

Radical

卩

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

701

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Mark, Seal

Reading

Parts

卩Seal

Example Word

印象: impression. The Japanese noun '印象 (いんしょう)' means 'impression'. It refers to the effect, feeling, or image that something or someone leaves on a person's mind. This word is often used in contexts where one describes their initial or lasting thoughts about an event, person, or experience. For example: His speech left a strong impression「彼のスピーチは強い印象を残した」(かれのスピーチはつよいいんしょうをのこした). I have a good impression of this city「この街には良い印象を持っています」(このまちにはよいいんしょうをもっています). The word can also be used in phrases like '印象的 (いんしょうてき)', meaning 'impressive' or 'memorable'.

Radical

卩

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

738

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Dangerous

Reading

Parts

厃 㔾

Example Word

危うい: dangerous or uncertain. The Japanese adjective '危うい (あやうい)' has two primary meanings. The first is 'dangerous', referring to something that poses a risk or threat. The second is 'uncertain', describing a situation or outcome that is not guaranteed or is precarious. This word is often used in contexts where there is a sense of instability or potential harm. For example: The bridge looks dangerous「その橋は危うい」(そのはしはあやうい). His plan seems uncertain「彼の計画は危うい」(かれのけいかくはあやうい). The nuance of '危うい' often conveys a sense of being on the edge or close to failure, making it a versatile word for describing both physical and abstract situations.

Radical

卩

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

757

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Instead, Eliminate

Reading

Parts

去Past 卩Seal

Example Word

返却: return. The Japanese verbal noun '返却 (へんきゃく)' means 'return' in the sense of giving something back, such as returning a borrowed item. It is commonly used in contexts like returning books to a library or returning rented items. For example: Please return the book by tomorrow「本を明日までに返却してください」(ほんをあしたまでにへんきゃくしてください). I returned the DVD to the rental shop「DVDをレンタルショップに返却した」(DVDをレンタルショップにへんきゃくした). The term emphasizes the act of returning something to its original place or owner.

Radical

卩

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

995

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Egg

Reading

Parts

卩Seal

Example Word

排卵: ovulation. The Japanese noun '排卵 (はいらん)' refers to the biological process of ovulation, where an egg is released from the ovary. This term is commonly used in medical, biological, and everyday contexts related to reproduction and menstrual cycles. For example: Ovulation occurs around the middle of the menstrual cycle「排卵は月経周期の中頃に起こります」(はいらんはげっけいしゅうきのなかごろにおこります). She is tracking her ovulation「彼女は排卵を記録しています」(かのじょははいらんをきろくしています). The word is often used in discussions about fertility, pregnancy, and health.

Radical

卩

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1639

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Wholesale

Reading

Radical

卩

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1949

Handwriting