Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Radical

kanji

Meaning

Target

Reading

Parts

白White

Example Word

比較的: relatively. The Japanese adverb '比較的 (ひかくてき)' means 'relatively'. It is used to indicate that something is being compared to a standard or norm, suggesting that it is somewhat or moderately so in relation to that standard. It often carries a nuance of being more than expected or more than average, but not extremely so. For example: This problem is relatively easy「この問題は比較的簡単だ」(このもんだいはひかくてきかんたんだ). The weather today is relatively warm「今日の天気は比較的暖かい」(きょうのてんきはひかくてきあたたかい). It can be used in both positive and negative contexts, depending on the situation.

Radical

白

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

42

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

White

Reading

Parts

丿Katakana no 日Day, Sun

Example Word

白菜: napa cabbage. The Japanese noun '白菜 (はくさい)' refers to 'napa cabbage', a type of Chinese cabbage commonly used in East Asian cuisine. It is characterized by its long, light green leaves and white stems. This vegetable is a staple in dishes such as hot pot, stir-fries, and pickles. For example: I bought napa cabbage at the market「市場で白菜を買いました」(いちばではくさいをかいました). Napa cabbage is delicious in hot pot「白菜は鍋料理で美味しい」(はくさいはなべりょうりでおいしい). The word is often used in culinary contexts and is a key ingredient in many traditional Japanese dishes.

Radical

白

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

95

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Hundred

Reading

Parts

一One 白White

Example Word

四百: four hundred. The Japanese noun '四百 (よんひゃく)' means 'four hundred'. This is a specific number used in counting or quantifying objects, amounts, or other numerical contexts. It is a combination of '四 (よん)' meaning 'four' and '百 (ひゃく)' meaning 'hundred'. Example sentences: There are four hundred books in the library「図書館には四百冊の本があります」(としょかんにはよんひゃくさつのほんがあります). The event had four hundred participants「そのイベントには四百人の参加者がいました」(そのイベントにはよんひゃくにんのさんかしゃがいました).

Radical

白

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

224

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

All

Reading

Parts

比Compare, Ratio 白White

Example Word

皆様: everyone. The Japanese noun '皆様 (みなさま)' is a polite and respectful way to refer to 'everyone' or 'all of you'. It is often used in formal settings, speeches, or when addressing a group of people with respect. For example: Thank you, everyone「皆様、ありがとうございます」(みなさま、ありがとうございます). Everyone, please take care「皆様、お気をつけてください」(みなさま、おきをつけてください). The term is more formal than '皆 (みな)' and is commonly used in written communication or formal announcements.

Radical

白

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

403

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Emperor

Reading

Parts

王King 白White

Example Word

皇后: empress. The Japanese noun '皇后 (こうごう)' refers to the 'empress', specifically the wife of the reigning emperor. This term is used in the context of the Japanese imperial family and carries a formal and respectful tone. For example: The empress attended the ceremony「皇后は式典に出席しました」(こうごうはしきてんにしゅっせきしました). The empress is known for her charity work「皇后は慈善活動で知られています」(こうごうはじぜんかつどうでしられています). This term is distinct from other titles like '皇太子妃 (こうたいしひ)' (crown princess) or '女帝 (じょてい)' (female emperor), as it specifically denotes the consort of the emperor.

Radical

白

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

782

Handwriting