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    kanji

    Meaning

    Left

    Reading

    kunyomiひだり

    hidari

    onyomi

    sa

    Parts

    Construction 𠂇Cliff (厂)

    Example Word

    左手: left hand. The Japanese noun '左手 (ひだりて)' means 'left hand'. It refers specifically to the hand on the left side of the body. This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and can be used in various contexts, such as describing actions, giving directions, or discussing physical attributes. For example: I write with my left hand「私は左手で書きます」(わたしはひだりてでかきます). He held the bag in his left hand「彼は左手でバッグを持っていた」(かれはひだりてでバッグをもっていた). The word is straightforward and does not carry additional nuanced meanings beyond its literal definition.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    5

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    266

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Construction

    Reading

    onyomi

    ku

    こう

    kou

    Parts

    Down (下)One

    Example Word

    工夫: device or scheme. The Japanese verbal noun '工夫 (くふう)' refers to a device, scheme, or contrivance, often implying a clever or inventive solution to a problem. It can be used in various contexts, from physical devices to abstract strategies. For example: He devised a clever scheme to solve the problem「彼は問題を解決するための工夫をした」(かれはもんだいをかいけつするためのくふうをした). This machine is equipped with various devices「この機械には様々な工夫が施されている」(このきかいにはさまざまなくふうがほどこされている). The term emphasizes ingenuity and resourcefulness in overcoming challenges.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    3

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    411

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Difference

    Reading

    kunyomi

    sa

    onyomi

    sa

    Parts

    Left Sheep

    Example Word

    眼差し: gaze. The Japanese noun '眼差し (まなざし)' refers to the way someone looks at something or someone, often implying a certain emotion or intention behind the gaze. It can convey feelings such as affection, scrutiny, or intensity. For example: her gaze was full of love「彼女の眼差しは愛に満ちていた」(かのじょのまなざしはあいにみちていた). His gaze was sharp and piercing「彼の眼差しは鋭くて貫くようだった」(かれのまなざしはするどくてつらぬくようだった). This word is often used in literary or poetic contexts to describe the depth or quality of someone's look.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    547

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Skill, Adept

    Reading

    kunyomiたく

    taku

    うま

    uma

    onyomiこう

    kou

    Parts

    Construction Breath obstruction

    Example Word

    巧み: skillful. The Japanese adjectival noun '巧み (たくみ)' means 'skillful'. It describes someone or something that is adept, clever, or masterful in performing a task or creating something. It often carries a nuance of artistry or finesse. For example: His skillful speech moved the audience「彼の巧みなスピーチは聴衆を感動させた」(かれのたくみなすぴーちはちょうしゅうをかんどうさせた). The artist's skillful brushwork is amazing「その画家の巧みな筆遣いは素晴らしい」(そのがかのたくみなふでづかいはすばらしい). This word is often used to describe craftsmanship, strategy, or performance.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    5

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    1069

    Handwriting

    kanji

    Meaning

    Huge, Giant

    Reading

    onyomiきょ

    kyo

    Example Word

    巨人: giant. The Japanese noun '巨人 (きょじん)' means 'giant'. It refers to a being or creature of enormous size, often found in myths, legends, or fantasy stories. It can also be used metaphorically to describe something or someone of great importance or influence. For example: the giant in the story was very strong「物語の巨人はとても強かった」(ものがたりのきょじんはとてもつよかった). That company is a giant in the industry「あの会社は業界の巨人だ」(あのかいしゃはぎょうかいのきょじんだ). The word can also refer to the Yomiuri Giants, a famous Japanese baseball team.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    5

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1225

    Handwriting

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