kanji

Meaning

Target

Reading

Parts

白White

Example Word

自主的: voluntary. The Japanese adjective '自主的 (じしゅてき)' means 'voluntary' or 'self-directed'. It is used to describe actions, behaviors, or decisions that are undertaken by one's own initiative, without external compulsion. This word often carries a positive connotation, emphasizing independence and self-motivation. For example: She made a voluntary decision to help「彼女は自主的に助けることにした」(かのじょはじしゅてきにたすけることにした). The students organized the event voluntarily「学生たちは自主的にイベントを企画した」(がくせいたちはじしゅてきにイベントをきかくした). It is commonly used in contexts related to education, work, or personal responsibility.

Radical

白

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

42

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

White

Reading

Parts

丿Katakana no 日Day, Sun

Example Word

白い: white. The Japanese adjective '白い (しろい)' means 'white'. It is used to describe something that is white in color. This adjective can be applied to objects, animals, or even abstract concepts. For example: the snow is white「雪は白い」(ゆきはしろい). Her dress is white「彼女のドレスは白い」(かのじょのドレスはしろい). The word can also be used metaphorically to describe purity or innocence, as in '白い心 (しろいこころ) (pure heart)'. It is important to note that '白い' is often used when modifying a noun, as in '白い猫 (しろいねこ) (white cat)'.

Radical

白

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

95

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

Hundred

Reading

Parts

一One 白White

Example Word

百姓: farmer. The Japanese noun '百姓 (ひゃくしょう)' historically refers to a farmer or peasant. It is an older term that was commonly used in feudal Japan to describe people who worked in agriculture. While it is still understood today, it can carry a somewhat outdated or even derogatory connotation in modern usage, depending on the context. For example: The farmer works hard「百姓は一生懸命働く」(ひゃくしょうはいっしょうけんめいはたらく). In the past, farmers were called '百姓'「昔、農民は百姓と呼ばれていた」(むかし、のうみんはひゃくしょうとよばれていた). It is important to note that in contemporary Japanese, the term '農民 (のうみん)' or '農家 (のうか)' is more commonly used to refer to farmers in a neutral or respectful way.

Radical

白

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

224

Handwriting

kanji

Meaning

All

Reading

Parts

比Compare, Ratio 白White

Example Word

皆さん: everyone. The Japanese noun '皆さん (みなさん)' is a polite and respectful way to address or refer to a group of people, meaning 'everyone' or 'all of you'. It is commonly used in formal or polite situations, such as speeches, announcements, or when addressing an audience. For example: Good morning, everyone!「皆さん、おはようございます！」(みなさん、おはようございます). Thank you, everyone, for coming today「皆さん、今日は来てくれてありがとうございます」(みなさん、きょうはきてくれてありがとうございます). The term is inclusive and conveys a sense of respect towards the group being addressed.

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