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2 Strokes Jōyō Kanji Practice Quiz

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  • kanji

    Meaning

    Person

    Reading

    kunyomiひと

    hito

    ri

    onyomiじん

    jin

    にん

    nin

    Parts

    丿Katakana no Stretch

    Example Word

    軍人: soldier. The Japanese noun '軍人 (ぐんじん)' refers to a 'soldier' or 'military personnel'. This term is used to describe individuals who are members of the armed forces, including those in the army, navy, or air force. It is a formal term and can be used in various contexts, such as discussing military history, current events, or personal stories. For example: He is a soldier「彼は軍人です」(かれはぐんじんです). Many soldiers were present at the ceremony「多くの軍人が式典に出席しました」(おおくのぐんじんがしきてんにしゅっせきしました). The term can also be used in a broader sense to refer to anyone who serves in a military capacity, regardless of rank or branch.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    2

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    1

    Radical Forms

    𠂉, 亻, 𠆢

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Two

    Reading

    kunyomiふた

    futa

    onyomi

    ni

    Parts

    One

    Example Word

    二三: few. The Japanese noun '二三 (にさん)' is a literary or formal term meaning 'a few' or 'several'. It is often used in written language or formal speech to indicate a small, indefinite number of things. For example: I have a few books「二三の本を持っています」(にさんのほんをもっています). There are a few people in the room「部屋に二三の人がいます」(へやににさんのひとがいます). This word is less common in casual conversation, where 'いくつか (いくつか)' or '少し (すこし)' might be used instead.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    2

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    17

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Ten

    Reading

    kunyomiとお

    too

    onyomiじゅう

    juu

    Parts

    Stick One

    Example Word

    七十: seventy. The Japanese noun '七十 (ななじゅう)' means 'seventy'. It is a number used to denote the quantity or age of seventy. This word is commonly used in contexts involving counting, age, or numerical references. For example: I am seventy years old「私は七十歳です」(わたしはななじゅうさいです). There are seventy books on the shelf「本棚に七十冊の本があります」(ほんだなにななじゅうさつのほんがあります).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    2

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    30

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Enter

    Reading

    kunyomiはい

    hai

    i

    onyomiにゅう

    nyuu

    Parts

    丿Katakana no Stretch

    Example Word

    入力: input. The Japanese verbal noun '入力 (にゅうりょく)' means 'input'. It refers to the act of entering data or information into a system, device, or form. This term is commonly used in contexts involving computers, forms, or any situation where information is being entered. For example: please input your name「名前を入力してください」(なまえをにゅうりょくしてください). The data input was incorrect「データの入力が間違っていました」(データのにゅうりょくがまちがっていました). It is important to note that '入力' is often used in technical or formal settings, and it can be paired with verbs like 'する' to form the action of inputting, as in '入力する (にゅうりょくする)'.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    2

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    43

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Eight

    Reading

    kunyomi

    yo

    ya

    onyomiはち

    hachi

    Parts

    丿Katakana no Stretch

    Example Word

    八百屋: greengrocer. The Japanese noun '八百屋 (やおや)' refers to a 'greengrocer', which is a store or shop that sells fresh vegetables and fruits. This term is commonly used in everyday conversation when referring to places where one can buy produce. Historically, '八百屋' also had a broader meaning, referring to shops that sold a variety of goods, but in modern usage, it is almost exclusively associated with vegetable and fruit shops. Example sentences: I bought vegetables at the greengrocer「八百屋で野菜を買いました」(やおやでやさいをかいました). The greengrocer is closed today「今日は八百屋が閉まっています」(きょうはやおやがしまっています).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    2

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    108

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Power

    Reading

    kunyomiちから

    chikara

    onyomiりき

    riki

    りょく

    ryoku

    Parts

    Wrap 丿Katakana no

    Example Word

    出力: output. The Japanese verbal noun '出力 (しゅつりょく)' means 'output'. It is commonly used in contexts related to technology, engineering, and computing to refer to the result or data produced by a system, device, or process. For example: the output of the printer is clear「プリンターの出力はきれいです」(ぷりんたーのしゅつりょくはきれいです). The power output of the generator is high「発電機の出力は高いです」(はつでんきのしゅつりょくはたかいです). This term can also be used metaphorically to describe the result of effort or work, such as in creative or intellectual contexts.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    2

    JLPT

    N4

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    116

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Seven

    Reading

    kunyomiなな

    nana

    なの

    nano

    onyomiしち

    shichi

    Parts

    One Second (乙)

    Example Word

    七日: seven days or seventh. The Japanese noun '七日 (なのか)' can have two distinct meanings. The first meaning is 'seventh', referring to the seventh day of the month. The second meaning is 'seven days', indicating a period of one week. For example: Today is the seventh「今日は七日です」(きょうはなのかです). I will stay for seven days「七日間滞在します」(なのかかんたいざいします). It's important to note that the context in which '七日' is used will determine whether it refers to the seventh day or a period of seven days.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    2

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    159

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Nine

    Reading

    kunyomiここの

    kokono

    onyomi

    ku

    きゅう

    kyuu

    Parts

    Second, Latter 丿Katakana no

    Example Word

    九: nine. The Japanese noun '九 (きゅう)' means 'nine'. It is used to represent the number nine in various contexts, such as counting, age, or quantities. For example: I have nine apples「りんごが九つあります」(りんごがきゅうつあります). She is nine years old「彼女は九歳です」(かのじょはきゅうさいです). This word is commonly used in everyday conversations and is essential for basic counting and numerical expressions in Japanese.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    2

    JLPT

    N5

    Grade

    1

    Frequency

    225

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Again

    Reading

    kunyomiまた

    mata

    onyomiまた

    mata

    Example Word

    又: again or also. The Japanese adverb '又 (また)' has two primary meanings: 'again' and 'also'. When used to mean 'again', it indicates repetition or recurrence of an action or event. For example: I will visit Japan again「また日本を訪れます」(またにほんをおとずれます). When used to mean 'also', it adds information or indicates an additional item or action. For example: He is also a teacher「彼はまた先生です」(かれはまたせんせいです). The nuance of 'また' can vary depending on context, but it generally conveys a sense of addition or repetition. It is commonly used in both casual and formal settings.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    2

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    247

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Street

    Reading

    onyomiちょう

    chou

    てい

    tei

    Parts

    One Barb

    Example Word

    包丁: knife. The Japanese noun '包丁 (ほうちょう)' refers specifically to a 'kitchen knife' or 'chef's knife'. It is commonly used in the context of cooking and food preparation. This word is often associated with professional chefs or home cooks who use it for cutting, slicing, and chopping ingredients. For example: I bought a new kitchen knife「新しい包丁を買いました」(あたらしいほうちょうをかいました). The chef sharpened the knife「シェフは包丁を研ぎました」(シェフはほうちょうをとぎました). Note that '包丁' is distinct from other types of knives, such as pocket knives or utility knives, as it is specifically designed for culinary use.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    2

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    3

    Frequency

    594

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Sword

    Reading

    kunyomi

    chi

    かたな

    katana

    onyomiとう

    tou

    Parts

    丿Katakana no 𠃌Enclosure

    Example Word

    刀: sword. The Japanese noun '刀 (かたな)' refers to a traditional Japanese sword, particularly the single-edged, curved blade used by samurai. It is a culturally significant weapon in Japan, often associated with the samurai class and martial arts. The term can also be used more broadly to refer to any type of sword, but it is most commonly associated with the katana. Example sentences: He owns a beautiful sword「彼は美しい刀を持っている」(かれはうつくしいかたなをもっている). The sword is sharp「その刀は鋭い」(そのかたなはするどい).

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    2

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    2

    Frequency

    603

    Radical Form

    Handwriting

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Finish, Complete

    Reading

    onyomiりょう

    ryou

    Example Word

    了解: understanding. The Japanese noun '了解 (りょうかい)' means 'understanding' or 'comprehension'. It is commonly used to acknowledge that one has understood a message, instruction, or situation. It is often used in formal or professional settings, such as in the workplace or military, to confirm receipt and understanding of information. For example: I understand「了解です」(りょうかいです). Understood, I will proceed「了解しました、進めます」(りょうかいしました、すすめます). It can also be used in casual conversations to indicate that one has grasped what someone else is saying. Note that '了解' is often used in response to instructions or requests, and it carries a sense of agreement or compliance.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    2

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    8

    Frequency

    902

    Handwriting