字Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Radical

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白White

Example Word

的: like. The Japanese suffix '的 (てき)' is used to turn nouns into adjectives, giving the meaning of 'like' or 'related to'. It is often used to describe something that has the characteristics or qualities of the noun it is attached to. For example: scientific「科学的」(かがくてき). This suffix is very versatile and can be used with a wide range of nouns to create new adjectives. Another example: romantic「ロマンチック的」(ロマンチックてき). It's important to note that '的' is not used alone as a word but always as a suffix attached to a noun.

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白

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JLPT

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42

Handwriting

kanji

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White

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丿Katakana no 日Day, Sun

Example Word

面白い: interesting or funny. The Japanese adjective '面白い (おもしろい)' has two primary meanings: 'interesting' and 'funny'. When used to mean 'interesting', it describes something that captures attention or is engaging, such as a book, movie, or idea. For example: This book is interesting「この本は面白い」(このほんはおもしろい). When used to mean 'funny', it describes something that causes laughter or amusement, such as a joke or a situation. For example: That joke was funny「そのジョークは面白かった」(そのジョークはおもしろかった). The context usually makes it clear which meaning is intended. Note that '面白い' can also imply a sense of novelty or uniqueness, adding depth to its usage.

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白

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JLPT

Grade

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95

Handwriting

kanji

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Hundred

Reading

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白White 一One

Example Word

九百: nine hundred. The Japanese noun '九百 (きゅうひゃく)' means 'nine hundred'. It is a specific number used in counting or referring to quantities. This word is typically used in contexts involving numbers, such as prices, distances, or counts. For example: The book costs nine hundred yen「その本は九百円です」(そのほんはきゅうひゃくえんです). The train is nine hundred meters away「電車は九百メートル先です」(でんしゃはきゅうひゃくメートルさきです). It's important to note that '九百' is a compound of '九 (きゅう)' meaning 'nine' and '百 (ひゃく)' meaning 'hundred', and it follows the standard Japanese numbering system.

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白

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JLPT

Grade

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224

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kanji

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All

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比Compare, Ratio 白White

Example Word

皆: everyone. The Japanese noun '皆 (みな)' means 'everyone' or 'all'. It is used to refer to a group of people collectively, emphasizing inclusivity. This word is often used in both formal and informal contexts. For example: Everyone is here「皆がここにいます」(みながここにいます). Let's all do our best「皆で頑張りましょう」(みなでがんばりましょう). It can also be used in phrases like '皆さん (みなさん)', which is a polite way to address a group of people, similar to 'ladies and gentlemen' or 'everyone' in English.

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白

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

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403

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kanji

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Emperor

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王King 白White

Example Word

天皇: emperor. The Japanese noun '天皇 (てんのう)' refers to the 'emperor' of Japan, specifically the hereditary monarch who serves as the symbolic head of state. This term is deeply rooted in Japanese history and culture, and the emperor is considered a unifying figure for the nation. For example: The emperor visited the shrine「天皇が神社を訪れた」(てんのうがじんじゃをおとずれた). The emperor's role is largely ceremonial「天皇の役割は主に儀式的です」(てんのうのやくわりはおもにぎしきてきです). The term is also used in historical contexts to refer to past emperors.

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白

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JLPT

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782

Handwriting