JLPT N2 Vocabulary
1,663 words, most common first. Tap any word for readings, meanings, and the kanji it uses.
- 照るてるTeruto shine
- 返るかえるKaeruto return, to come back, to go back
- 擦るこするKosuruto rub, to scrub, to scrape
- 溶くとくTokuto mix (e.g. water with flour), to dissolve (salt in water, paint, etc.), to mix in
- 憎いにくいNikuihateful, detestable, abominable
- 御免ごめんGomenI'm sorry, my apologies, excuse me
- 診るみるMiruto examine (medically), to have a look at, to check (a patient's pulse)
- 湧くわくWakuto well (up), to gush out (of water), to spring out
- お願いしますおねがいしますOnegaishimasuplease
- 澄むすむSumuto become clear (water, air, etc.), to become transparent
- 溜めるためるTameruto amass, to accumulate, to store
- 焚くたくTakuto burn, to kindle, to light (a fire)
- 捕るとるToruto catch (a wild animal, fish, insect, baseball, etc.), to capture
- 第一だいいちDaiichifirst, foremost, number one
- 乞うこうKouto beg, to ask, to request
- 付き合うつきあうTsukiauto associate with, to keep company with, to go out with
- 余所よそYosoanother place, somewhere else, strange parts
- 詰まるつまるTsumaruto be packed (with), to be filled, to be full (e.g. of a schedule)
- 欄らんRansection (e.g. in a newspaper), column, page
- 落ち着くおちつくOchitsukuto calm down, to compose oneself, to regain presence of mind
- 匙さじSajispoon
- お早うおはようOhayougood morning
- 注すさすSasuto pour, to add (liquid), to serve (drinks)
- 突くつくTsukuto prick, to stab
- お帰りおかえりOkaerireturn
- 揉むもむMomuto rub, to crumple
- 狙うねらうNerauto aim at (with a weapon, etc.)
- ため息ためいきTameikisigh
- 内科ないかNaikainternal medicine
- 折角せっかくSekkakuwith trouble, at great pains
- 流石さすがSasugaas one would expect, just as you'd expect (from), just like (someone)
- 匂うにおうNiouto be fragrant, to smell (good)
- 騙すだますDamasuto trick, to cheat, to deceive
- どうせDousein any case, regardless, either way
- 助かるたすかるTasukaruto be saved, to be rescued, to survive
- そう言えばそういえばSouiebanow that you mention it, come to think of it, that reminds me
- えっとEttolet me see, well, errr ...
- 余計よけいYokeiextra, more, too much
- 討つうつUtsuto attack, to destroy, to defeat
- 呼び出すよびだすYobidasuto call (someone) to (the door, phone, etc.), to tell (someone) to come, to call up (on the phone)
- 殴るなぐるNaguruto strike, to hit, to beat
- 行き成りいきなりIkinariabruptly, suddenly, all of a sudden
- 乾杯かんぱいKanpaicheers, bottoms-up, prosit
- 当たり前あたりまえAtarimaenatural, reasonable, obvious
- 彫るほるHoruto carve, to engrave, to sculpt
- 気をつけるきをつけるKiotsukeruto be careful, to pay attention, to take care
- 応援おうえんOuenaid, assistance, help
- 平気へいきHeikicool, calm, composed
- 一応いちおうIchioumore or less, though not quite satisfactorily, after a fashion
- 杉すぎSugiJapanese cedar (Cryptomeria japonica)
- 巡るめぐるMeguruto go around, to make a circle around
- 勝負しょうぶShoubuvictory or defeat
- 括弧かっこKakkobrackets, parentheses
- 関わるかかわるKakawaruto be involved (in), to get involved (in), to concern oneself (with)
- 替わるかわるKawaruto succeed, to relieve, to replace
- 預かるあずかるAzukaruto look after, to take care of, to keep
- お休みおやすみOyasumiholiday, day off, absence
- 行ってらっしゃいいってらっしゃいItterasshaihave a good day, take care, see you
- 恨むうらむUramuto bear a grudge against, to resent, to blame
- 溶けるとけるTokeruto melt, to liquefy, to soften (e.g. through heat)
- 瞳ひとみHitomipupil (of the eye)
- 目指すめざすMezasuto aim at (for, to do, to become), to try for, to have an eye on
- 這うはうHauto crawl, to creep, to go on all fours
- お待たせしましたおまたせしましたOmataseshimashitathank you for waiting, sorry to have kept you waiting
- 余るあまるAmaruto remain, to be left over, to be in excess
- 太鼓たいこTaikodrum
- 潰すつぶすTsubusuto smash, to crush, to flatten
- 紺こんKonnavy blue, deep blue
- 申し訳ないもうしわけないMoushiwakenaiI'm sorry, (it's) inexcusable, I feel regretful
- 例えるたとえるTatoeruto compare (something) to, to liken, to speak figuratively
- さっさとSassatoquickly, promptly, immediately
- シャッターShattaa(camera) shutter
- 真似るまねるManeruto mimic, to imitate
- 今晩はこんばんはKonbanhagood evening
- 止まるとどまるTodomaruto remain, to abide, to stay (in the one place)
- 敷くしくShikuto spread out (e.g. a futon), to lay out
- 埋めるうめるUmeruto bury (e.g. in the ground)
- 刺すさすSasuto pierce, to stab, to prick
- 偉いえらいEraigreat, excellent, admirable
- 火傷やけどYakedoburn, scald
- 包むくるむKurumuto wrap up (in), to roll up (in), to tuck (up)
- 相変わらずあいかわらずAikawarazuas usual, as always, as before
- 怪しいあやしいAyashiisuspicious, dubious, questionable
- 若しかしたらもしかしたらMoshikashitaraperhaps, maybe, perchance
- 早速さっそくSassokuat once, immediately, without delay
- 資料しりょうShiryoumaterial, materials, data
- 退けるどけるDokeruto put something out of the way, to move (something, someone) aside
- 死体したいShitaidead body, corpse, cadaver
- 蹴るけるKeruto kick
- 仕様がないしょうがないShouganaithere's no (other) way
- 芯しんShinwick, marrow, staple (for stapler)
- 改めるあらためるAratameruto change, to alter, to revise
- 元々もともとMotomotooriginally, from the start, from the beginning
- 愈いよいよIyoiyomore and more, all the more, increasingly
- まあまあMaamaaso-so, passable, not (so) bad
- 足るたるTaruto be sufficient, to be enough
- 実るみのるMinoruto bear fruit, to ripen
- 勘違いかんちがいKanchigaimisunderstanding, mistaken idea, wrong guess
- ご苦労様ごくろうさまGokurousamathank you (for your hard work), I appreciate your efforts
- 溜まるたまるTamaruto collect, to gather, to save
- 撮影さつえいSatsueiphotography (still or motion), photographing, filming
- 下るくだるKudaruto descend, to go down, to come down
- マンションManshoncondominium (usu. mid or high-rise), apartment building, apartment house
- 先ほどさきほどSakihodoa short while ago, a moment ago, just now
- 悔しいくやしいKuyashiifrustrated (over a failure, humiliation or injustice), annoyed, chagrined
- 煮るにるNiruto boil, to simmer, to stew
- 編むあむAmuto knit, to plait, to braid
- 浮くうくUkuto float
- 神様かみさまKamisamaGod, god, deity
- 懐かしいなつかしいNatsukashiidear (old), fondly remembered, beloved
- 退くどくDokuto step aside, to move (out of the way), to make way
- 有難いありがたいArigataigrateful, thankful, welcome
- 揃うそろうSorouto be complete, to be all present, to make a full set
- せめてSemeteat least, at most, (even) just
- 女房にょうぼうNyoubouwife (esp. one's own wife)
- 派手はでHadeshowy, loud, flashy
- 羨ましいうらやましいUrayamashiienvious, jealous
- 纏めるまとめるMatomeruto collect, to put (it all) together, to integrate
- 鈴すずSuzubell (often globular)
- モデルModerumodel, dummy, mock-up
- 素直すなおSunaoobedient, meek, docile
- 児童じどうJidouchildren, juvenile
- 本部ほんぶHonbuheadquarters, head office, main office
- 散るちるChiruto fall (e.g. blossoms, leaves)
- 流行るはやるHayaruto be popular, to come into fashion
- 嫌がるいやがるIyagaruto appear uncomfortable (with), to seem to hate, to express dislike
- 畏まりましたかしこまりましたKashikomarimashitacertainly!, very well, with pleasure
- 稀まれMarerare, seldom
- 井戸いどIdowater well
- 憧れるあこがれるAkogareruto long for, to yearn for, to hanker after
- 但しただしTadashibut, however, provided that
- 終了しゅうりょうShuuryouend, close, conclusion
- レベルReberulevel, standard, grade
- 伝わるつたわるTsutawaruto spread (of a rumour, news, etc.), to travel, to circulate
- 売買ばいばいBaibaitrade, buying and selling, trafficking (e.g. of humans, arms, drugs)
- 惜しいおしいOshiiregrettable, disappointing, unfortunate
- 背負うせおうSeouto carry on one's back
- 斬るきるKiruto kill (a human) using a blade (sword, machete, knife, etc.), to slice (off), to lop (off)
- サイレンSairensiren
- 職人しょくにんShokunincraftsman, artisan, tradesman
- 映るうつるUtsuruto be reflected, to harmonize with (harmonise), to come out (photo)
- 中身なかみNakamicontents, interior, filling
- 外れるはずれるHazureruto be disconnected, to get out of place, to be off
- 攻めるせめるSemeruto attack, to assault, to assail
- 引き受けるひきうけるHikiukeruto take on, to undertake, to accept
- 探るさぐるSaguruto feel around for, to fumble for, to grope for
- 武士ぶしBushisamurai, warrior
- 目立つめだつMedatsuto be conspicuous, to stand out
- 嗅ぐかぐKaguto sniff, to smell
- 左様ならさようならSayounarafarewell, adieu, goodbye
- 存じるぞんじるZonjiruto know, to be aware (of), to be acquainted (with)
- 誓うちかうChikauto swear, to vow, to take an oath
- 執拗いしつこいShitsukoiinsistent, obstinate, persistent
- 解放かいほうKaihourelease, unleashing, liberation
- 理科りかRikascience (natural sciences and related fields, incl. mathematics, engineering, medicine, etc.)
- 特定とくていTokuteispecific, particular, designated
- 目印めじるしMejirushimark (for quick identification or recognition), sign
- 警備けいびKeibidefense, defence, guard
- お代わりおかわりOkawarianother helping, second helping, seconds
- 有無うむUmuexistence or nonexistence, presence or absence
- 心当たりこころあたりKokoroatarihaving in mind, happening to know (of), idea (of)
- 争うあらそうArasouto compete, to contest, to contend
- 面接めんせつMensetsuinterview (e.g. for a job)
- 何となくなんとなくNantonakusomehow, for some reason (or other), without knowing why
- 一々いちいちIchiichione-by-one, separately
- 何ともなんともNantomoreally, very, extremely
- 受験じゅけんJukentaking an examination (esp. for entrance to a school or university)
- 温泉おんせんOnsenhot spring
- 勿体ないもったいないMottainaiwasteful, a waste
- 疾っくにとっくにTokkunilong ago, a long time ago, already
- 女の人おんなのひとOnnanohitowoman
- 切っ掛けきっかけKikkakechance, start, cue
- 追いかけるおいかけるOikakeruto chase, to run after, to pursue
- 慌てるあわてるAwateruto become confused (disconcerted, disorganized, disorganised), to be flustered, to panic
- 祭るまつるMatsuruto deify, to enshrine
- 間もなくまもなくMamonakusoon, shortly, before long
- 写るうつるUtsuruto be photographed, to be projected
- 売り上げうりあげUriageamount sold, sales, proceeds
- 素人しろうとShiroutoamateur, layman, ordinary person
- 原稿げんこうGenkoumanuscript, copy, draft
- 味わうあじわうAjiwauto taste, to savor, to savour
- 反省はんせいHanseireflection, reconsideration, introspection
- 溢れるあふれるAfureruto overflow, to brim over, to flood
- 零れるこぼれるKoboreruto spill, to fall out of, to overflow
- 治すなおすNaosuto cure, to heal
- 言い出すいいだすIidasuto begin to say, to start talking, to broach (a matter)
- 屑くずKuzuwaste, scrap, garbage
- 展開てんかいTenkaidevelopment, evolution, progression
- 当日とうじつToujitsuday in question, appointed day, that very day
- 外科げかGekasurgery (branch of medicine)
- 周辺しゅうへんShuuhencircumference, outskirts, environs
- 裂くさくSakuto tear, to rip up
- ご馳走様ごちそうさまGochisousamathank you (for the meal), that was a delicious meal
- 亡くすなくすNakusuto lose (through death; e.g. a wife, child)
- 迫るせまるSemaruto approach, to draw near, to be imminent
- 虹にじNijirainbow
- 重ねるかさねるKasaneruto pile up, to heap up, to stack up
- 倉庫そうこSoukostorehouse, warehouse, godown
- 物凄いものすごいMonosugoiterrific, staggering, tremendous
- 増やすふやすFuyasuto increase, to add to, to augment
- 荒いあらいArairough, wild, violent
- 少なくともすくなくともSukunakutomoat least
- 本来ほんらいHonraioriginally, primarily
- 貝かいKaishellfish
- 役目やくめYakumeduty, role, function
- 用途ようとYoutouse, service, purpose
- 押さえるおさえるOsaeruto pin down, to hold down, to press down
- 思い付くおもいつくOmoitsukuto think of, to hit upon, to come into one's mind
- 巻くまくMakuto wind, to coil, to roll
- 突っ込むつっこむTsukkomuto thrust (something) into (something), to cram, to stuff
- 逃がすにがすNigasuto set free, to let go, to release
- 直前ちょくぜんChokuzenjust before, just prior to
- 推定すいていSuiteipresumption, assumption
- 覗くのぞくNozokuto peek (through a keyhole, gap, etc.)
- 血圧けつあつKetsuatsublood pressure
- 案外あんがいAngaiunexpectedly, surprisingly
- 活躍かつやくKatsuyakuactivity (esp. energetic or successful), great efforts, active participation
- 後輩こうはいKouhaijunior (at work, school, etc.), younger people, younger student
- 出張しゅっちょうShutchoubusiness trip, official trip
- 血液けつえきKetsuekiblood
- 侵入しんにゅうShinnyuuinvasion, incursion, raid
- 清いきよいKiyoiclean, clear
- 成立せいりつSeiritsuformation, establishment, materialization
- 花火はなびHanabifireworks
- 思い込むおもいこむOmoikomuto be convinced (that), to be under the impression (that), to feel sure (that)
- 冷めるさめるSameruto cool down, to get cold
- 箪笥たんすTansuchest of drawers, bureau, cabinet
- 憎むにくむNikumuto hate, to detest
- 小学生しょうがくせいShougakuseielementary school student, primary school student, grade school student
- 配るくばるKubaruto distribute, to hand out, to deliver
- 特殊とくしゅTokushuspecial, particular, peculiar
- 各々おのおのOnoonoeach
- 解散かいさんKaisanbreaking up (a meeting, gathering, etc.), dispersal (e.g. of a crowd)
- 載るのるNoruto be placed on, to be set on, to be piled on
- 出入りでいりDeirigoing in and out, entering and exiting
- 含めるふくめるFukumeruto include (in a group or scope)
- メニューMenyuumenu
- 寄越すよこすYokosuto send, to forward
- 診断しんだんShindandiagnosis, medical examination
- ランチRanchilunch
- 対策たいさくTaisakumeasure, step, countermeasure
- 登場とうじょうToujouentrance (on the stage), appearance (in a book, film, etc.)
- スタートSutaatostart, beginning
- シリーズShiriizuseries
- 繋がるつながるTsunagaruto be tied together, to be connected to, to be linked to
- 役者やくしゃYakushaactor, actress
- 響くひびくHibikuto resound, to be heard far away
- 地味じみJimiplain, simple, subdued
- 呉れ呉れもくれぐれもKureguremosincerely, earnestly, wholeheartedly
- 打付けるぶつけるButsukeruto hit (e.g. one's head), to strike, to knock
- ご覧ごらんGoran(please) try to
- 強引ごういんGouinoverbearing, coercive, pushy
- 看板かんばんKanbansignboard, sign, billboard
- こっそりKossoristealthily, secretly, in secret
- 坊ちゃんぼっちゃんBotchan(another's) son, boy, young master
- 一定いっていItteito fix, to settle, to standardize
- テーマTeematheme, topic, subject matter
- 高級こうきゅうKoukyuuhigh-class, high-grade, high-quality
- 浮かぶうかぶUkabuto float, to be suspended
- お陰様でおかげさまでOkagesamadethankfully, fortunately, luckily
- すっきりSukkirirefreshingly, with a feeling of relief, pleasantly
- 繋がりつながりTsunagariconnection, link, relationship
- アイデアAideaidea
- 一流いちりゅうIchiryuufirst-class, first-rate, top-flight
- 手帳てちょうTechounotebook, memo pad, (pocket) diary
- 稽古けいこKeikopractice, practising, training
- 縛るしばるShibaruto tie, to bind, to fasten
- ご無沙汰ごぶさたGobusatanot writing or contacting for a while, neglecting (failing) to write (call, visit, etc.), long silence
- 仲直りなかなおりNakanaorireconciliation, making up (with), making peace (with)
- 手続きてつづきTetsuzukiprocedure, process, proceedings
- 基地きちKichibase (military, expedition, etc.)
- 直後ちょくごChokugoimmediately following
- 至急しきゅうShikyuuurgent, pressing, immediate
- ストップSutoppustop
- 幼稚園ようちえんYouchienkindergarten (in Japan, non-compulsory education from age 3 until primary school), preschool
- 飛び込むとびこむTobikomuto jump in, to leap in, to plunge into
- 教わるおそわるOsowaruto be taught, to learn, to take lessons in
- 追加ついかTsuikaaddition, supplement, appending
- 主役しゅやくShuyakuleading part, leading actor, leading actress
- いつの間にかいつのまにかItsunomanikabefore one knows, before one becomes aware of, unnoticed
- 姪めいMeiniece
- 拭くふくFukuto wipe, to dry
- 方針ほうしんHoushinpolicy, course, plan (of action)
- 捉えるとらえるToraeruto catch, to capture, to seize
- 交流こうりゅうKouryuuexchange (e.g. cultural), interchange, interaction
- その上そのうえSonouein addition, furthermore
- 暴れるあばれるAbareruto act violently, to rage, to struggle
- 見送るみおくるMiokuruto see (someone) off, to escort
- 儲けるもうけるMoukeruto profit, to get, to earn
- 録音ろくおんRokuon(audio) recording
- 帰すかえすKaesuto send (someone) back, to send (someone) home
- ステージSuteejistage (platform)
- 実力じつりょくJitsuryoku(real) ability, true strength, merit
- 滅茶苦茶めちゃくちゃMechakuchaabsurd, unreasonable, nonsensical
- 毎度まいどMaidoeach time, every time, always
- 面倒くさいめんどくさいMendokusaibothersome, tiresome, bother to do
- 燃やすもやすMoyasuto burn
- 付近ふきんFukinneighborhood, neighbourhood, vicinity
- 張り切るはりきるHarikiruto be in high spirits, to be full of vigor (vigour), to be enthusiastic
- 通用つうようTsuuyou(common) use (of a language, currency, etc.), current use, circulation
- 役人やくにんYakuningovernment official
- 眩しいまぶしいMabushiidazzling, radiant
- 停止ていしTeishistoppage, coming to a stop, halt
- 油断ゆだんYudannegligence, carelessness, inattention
- 枯れるかれるKareruto wither (of a plant), to be blasted, to die
- 生意気なまいきNamaikiimpertinent, saucy, cheeky
- 兎も角ともかくTomokakuanyhow, anyway, somehow or other
- 包丁ほうちょうHouchoukitchen knife
- 段階だんかいDankaistage, step, phase
- 深夜しんやShinyalate at night
- 待ち合わせるまちあわせるMachiawaseruto rendezvous, to meet at a prearranged place and time, to arrange to meet
- 広げるひろげるHirogeruto spread, to extend, to expand
- 積むつむTsumuto pile up, to stack
- 制作せいさくSeisakuwork (film, book)
- ナンバーNanbaanumber
- 郡ぐんGundistrict, county
- 盆ぼんBontray
- 爪つめTsumenail (e.g. fingernail, toenail), claw, talon
- 寮りょうRyouhostel, dormitory
- ドキドキDokidokithump-thump, bang-bang, pit-a-pat
- お邪魔しますおじゃましますOjamashimasuplease excuse the intrusion, I'm coming in
- 巡査じゅんさJunsapolice officer, policeman, constable
- 怒鳴るどなるDonaruto shout (in anger), to yell
- 扇子せんすSensufolding fan
- 別荘べっそうBessouholiday house, vacation home, villa
- 占ううらなうUranauto tell someone's fortune, to divine (the future)
- 成分せいぶんSeibuningredient, component, composition
- 公表こうひょうKouhyouofficial announcement, proclamation
- 名刺めいしMeishibusiness card
- 崩れるくずれるKuzureruto collapse, to crumble
- 蓋ふたFutacover, lid, cap
- 可愛がるかわいがるKawaigaruto be affectionate to, to treat tenderly, to dote on
- 長男ちょうなんChounaneldest son (may be the only son), first-born son
- 従姉妹いとこItokocousin (female)
- 狡いずるいZuruisly, cunning, sneaky
- 司会しかいShikaileading a meeting, presiding over a meeting, officiating at a ceremony
- ずれるZureruto slide, to slip off, to get dislocated
- 湿るしめるShimeruto become damp, to become moist, to become wet
- 万歳ばんざいBanzaibanzai, hurray, hurrah
- パターンPataanpattern
- 純粋じゅんすいJunsuipure, true, genuine
- 混ぜるまぜるMazeruto mix, to stir, to blend
- 大層たいそうTaisouvery, extremely, exceedingly
- 揃えるそろえるSoroeruto collect, to gather, to get together
- 絞るしぼるShiboruto wring (towel, rag), to squeeze
- 研修けんしゅうKenshuutraining (esp. in-service), induction course
- 全身ぜんしんZenshinwhole (body), full-length (e.g. portrait)
- お先におさきにOsakinibefore, previously
- お大事におだいじにOdaijinitake care of yourself, get well soon
- 気配けはいKehaiindication, sign, hint
- 挟むはさむHasamuto hold between (e.g. one's fingers, chopsticks), to grip (from both sides)
- バンドBandoband (group of musicians)
- 引っかかるひっかかるHikkakaruto be caught in, to be stuck in
- コースKoosucourse, route, trail
- 分かれるわかれるWakareruto branch, to fork, to diverge
- バックBakkuback, rear
- 洒落しゃれSharejoke, pun, jest
- 不通ふつうFutsuususpension, interruption, stoppage
- 見学けんがくKengakuinspection, study by observation, field trip
- 見直すみなおすMinaosuto look at again
- 睨むにらむNiramuto glare at, to scowl at, to glower at
- パンツPantsuunderpants, pants, briefs
- ピンクPinkupink
- 調整ちょうせいChouseiadjustment, regulation, coordination
- 出来上がるできあがるDekiagaruto be completed, to be finished, to be ready (e.g. to serve or eat)
- 以降いこうIkouon and after, from ... onward, since
- 関東かんとうKantouKantō (region comprising Tokyo and surrounding prefectures)
- 慰めるなぐさめるNagusameruto comfort, to console, to amuse
- 崩すくずすKuzusuto destroy, to demolish, to pull down
- 削るけずるKezuruto shave (wood, leather, etc.), to sharpen (e.g. pencil), to plane
- 卑怯ひきょうHikyoucowardly, craven
- 工事こうじKoujiconstruction work
- 掘るほるHoruto dig, to excavate, to hollow
- 手前てまえTemaebefore oneself, in front of one, nearby
- 話しかけるはなしかけるHanashikakeruto address (someone), to accost a person, to talk (to someone)
- 惨めみじめMijimemiserable, wretched, unhappy
- 重なるかさなるKasanaruto be piled up, to lie on top of one another
- 集合しゅうごうShuugoumeeting up, gathering, assembly
- 入社にゅうしゃNyuushajoining a company, getting a job with a company, starting work at a company
- 確率かくりつKakuritsuprobability, likelihood, chances
- 発売はつばいHatsubaisale, offering for sale, putting on sale
- 感想かんそうKansouimpressions, thoughts, feelings
- 葬式そうしきSoushikifuneral
- 宣伝せんでんSendenpublicity, advertisement, advertising
- 産地さんちSanchiproducing area, place of origin, growing district
- 接するせっするSessuruto touch, to come in contact with, to border on
- 振る舞うふるまうFurumauto behave, to conduct oneself, to act
- 加速かそくKasokuacceleration, speeding up
- うっかりUkkaricarelessly, thoughtlessly, inadvertently
- 饂飩うどんUdonudon, thick Japanese wheat noodles
- 部品ぶひんBuhinparts, accessories, components
- 嚏くしゃみKushamisneeze, sneezing
- 刻むきざむKizamuto mince, to cut fine, to chop up
- 申請しんせいShinseiapplication, request, petition
- 失恋しつれんShitsurendisappointed love, broken heart, unrequited love
- 綱つなTsunarope, cord, line
- 縫うぬうNuuto sew, to stitch
- 指定していShiteidesignation, specification, assignment
- 蒸すむすMusuto steam (food, towel, etc.)
- 岬みさきMisakicape (on coast)
- 足跡あしあとAshiatofootprints
- 意地悪いじわるIjiwarumalicious, ill-tempered, unkind
- 編集へんしゅうHenshuuediting, compilation
- 一旦いったんIttanonce
- 複数ふくすうFukusuuplural, multiple
- 苗字みょうじMyoujisurname, family name, last name
- 身分みぶんMibun(social) standing, status, position
- 持参じさんJisanbringing, taking, carrying
- 序でついでTsuideopportunity, occasion, chance
- 墨すみSumisumi, India ink, Chinese ink
- 遊園地ゆうえんちYuuenchiamusement park
- 纏まるまとまるMatomaruto find resolution, to be settled, to be agreed on
- 響きひびきHibikiecho, reverberation
- 乱暴らんぼうRanbouviolence, assault, rowdiness
- 削除さくじょSakujodeletion, elimination, erasure
- 汚すよごすYogosuto pollute, to contaminate, to soil
- 電波でんぱDenparadio wave, reception, signal
- 汁しるShirujuice, sap
- 煙いけむいKemuismoky
- 防犯ぼうはんBouhanprevention of crime
- 役所やくしょYakushogovernment office, public office
- 盛るもるMoruto serve (in a bowl, on a plate, etc.), to dish out, to dish up
- スケジュールSukejuuruschedule, program, calendar
- 心得るこころえるKokoroeruto know, to understand, to be aware of
- 募集ぼしゅうBoshuurecruitment, invitation, selection
- 生えるはえるHaeruto grow, to spring up, to sprout
- 交代こうたいKoutaichange, alternation, rotation
- 何しろなにしろNanishiroin any case, at any rate, anyhow
- 取り消すとりけすTorikesuto cancel, to withdraw, to retract
- 丼どんぶりDonburiporcelain bowl
- マスクMasuku(face) mask
- 塞ぐふさぐFusaguto stop up, to close up, to block (up)
- 思いっきりおもいっきりOmoikkirito one's heart's content, as much as one wants, as hard as one can
- チップChipputip, gratuity
- 正面しょうめんShoumenfront, frontage, facade
- 外部がいぶGaibuoutside (e.g. of a building), exterior
- 講師こうしKoushispeaker, lecturer
- 頼もしいたのもしいTanomoshiireliable, dependable, trustworthy
- 実感じっかんJikkanreal feeling, actual feeling
- 竹たけTakebamboo (any grass of subfamily Bambusoideae)
- 鈍いにぶいNibuidull (e.g. a knife), blunt
- 鈍いのろいNoroithickheaded, obtuse, stupid
- 前後ぜんごZengofront and rear, front and back, before and behind
- 見っともないみっともないMittomonaishameful, disgraceful, unsightly
- 就任しゅうにんShuuninassumption (of office), taking up (a post), inauguration
- コンクールKonkuurucompetition, contest
- 出勤しゅっきんShukkingoing to work, leaving for work, attendance (at work)
- 着せるきせるKiseruto put clothes on (someone), to dress, to clothe
- 一先ずひとまずHitomazufor now, for the time being, for the present
- ロッカーRokkaalocker
- 曲げるまげるMageruto bend, to crook, to bow
- 畳むたたむTatamuto fold (clothes, umbrella)
- 方面ほうめんHoumendirection, district, area
- 相撲すもうSumousumo (wrestling)
- 儲かるもうかるMoukaruto be profitable, to yield a profit
- バランスBaransubalance
- 空っぽからっぽKarappoempty, vacant, hollow
- 夫妻ふさいFusaihusband and wife, married couple
- 見舞うみまうMimauto visit and comfort or console, to go to see (e.g. someone in hospital), to ask after (e.g. someone's health)
- お八つおやつOyatsubetween-meal snack
- 発想はっそうHassouidea, conception
- 蒔くまくMakuto sow, to plant, to seed
- 断定だんていDanteiconclusion, decision, judgement
- 醜いみにくいMinikuiugly, unattractive, bad-looking
- 固まるかたまるKatamaruto harden, to solidify
- 脅かすおどかすOdokasuto threaten, to menace, to intimidate
- 花嫁はなよめHanayomebride
- 締め切るしめきるShimekiruto close up, to shut up (e.g. behind doors)
- 並木なみきNamikiroadside trees, row of trees
- 姿勢しせいShiseiposture, pose, position
- 唇くちびるKuchibirulip, lips
- 蘇るよみがえるYomigaeruto be resurrected, to be resuscitated, to be rehabilitated
- 合流ごうりゅうGouryuuconfluence (of rivers), flowing together, joining
- 泊めるとめるTomeruto give shelter to, to lodge, to put up
- プログラムPuroguramuprogram (of events, music, etc.), programme
- 冷やすひやすHiyasuto cool, to chill, to refrigerate
- 箇所かしょKashoplace, point, part
- 干すほすHosuto air, to dry, to desiccate
- 近づけるちかづけるChikazukeruto bring near, to bring close, to let go near
- 低下ていかTeikafall, decline, lowering
- 接近せっきんSekkingetting closer, drawing nearer, approaching
- 膨らむふくらむFukuramuto expand, to swell (out), to get big
- 螺子ネジNejiscrew
- ごめん下さいごめんくださいGomenkudasaimay I come in?
- ダブルDaburudouble
- 平野へいやHeiyaplain, open field
- 近々ちかぢかChikajikasoon, before long, shortly
- 真っ先まっさきMassakithe head, the foremost, beginning
- 枕まくらMakurapillow, bolster
- 発射はっしゃHasshafiring (esp. a rocket or missile), launching, shooting
- 当番とうばんToubanbeing on duty, person on duty, one's turn
- 破れるやぶれるYabureruto get torn, to tear, to rip
- 鉄砲てっぽうTeppougun, firearm
- サラリーマンSarariimanoffice worker, company employee, company man
- 真っ白まっしろMasshiropure white
- 儀式ぎしきGishikiceremony, rite, ritual
- 商社しょうしゃShoushatrading company
- 零すこぼすKobosuto spill, to drop, to shed (tears)
- 鐘かねKanebell (often a large hanging bell), chime
- 発揮はっきHakkishow (of power, ability, etc.), exhibition, demonstration
- 皮肉ひにくHinikuirony, sarcasm, cynicism
- 矛盾むじゅんMujuncontradiction, inconsistency
- 引き返すひきかえすHikikaesuto turn back, to go back, to come back
- 角度かくどKakudoangle
- 強化きょうかKyoukastrengthening, intensifying, reinforcement
- 剥くむくMukuto peel, to skin, to pare
- 別々べつべつBetsubetsuseparate, respective, different
- 凹むへこむHekomuto be dented, to be indented, to yield
- 高めるたかめるTakameruto raise, to lift, to boost
- 悔やむくやむKuyamuto mourn, to lament
- 移転いてんItenmoving, relocation, change of address
- 刺さるささるSasaruto stick into (of something with a sharp point), to prick, to pierce
- 留守番るすばんRusubancare-taking, house-sitting, house-watching
- 採るとるToruto adopt (a method, proposal, etc.), to take (a measure, course of action, etc.), to decide on
- 長引くながびくNagabikuto be prolonged, to drag on, to take a long time
- お洒落おしゃれOsharestylish, fashionable, trendy
- 曖昧あいまいAimaivague, ambiguous, unclear
- ネックレスNekkuresunecklace
- 引っ込むひっこむHikkomuto draw back, to sink, to cave in
- 下駄げたGetageta, traditional Japanese wooden sandal
- 実績じっせきJissekiachievements, actual results, accomplishments
- 演劇えんげきEngekidrama, theatre, theater
- 高度こうどKoudoaltitude, height, elevation
- 接続せつぞくSetsuzokuconnection, attachment, union
- 仲良しなかよしNakayoshiclose friendship, close friend, good friend
- 艶つやTsuyagloss, luster, lustre
- 転がるころがるKorogaruto roll, to tumble
- お菜おかずOkazusmall dish (usu. one of several accompanying rice), side dish
- 観測かんそくKansokuobservation, survey, measurement
- インタビューIntabyuuinterview (on television, in a newspaper, etc.)
- 継続けいぞくKeizokucontinuation, continuance, maintenance
- 取り出すとりだすToridasuto take out, to produce, to pick out
- 皮膚ひふHifuskin
- 目出度いめでたいMedetaihappy, auspicious, propitious
- 喧しいやかましいYakamashiinoisy, loud, clamorous
- ミリMirimilli-, 10^-3
- 物騒ぶっそうBussoudangerous, unsettled, troubled
- 通訳つうやくTsuuyakuinterpretation (i.e. oral translation)
- 桁けたKetacolumn, beam, girder
- 涼むすずむSuzumuto cool oneself, to cool off, to enjoy the cool air
- マイナスMainasuminus, subtraction, taking away
- 温めるあたためるAtatameruto warm (up), to heat (up)
- 隙間すきまSukimagap, opening, aperture
- 裏口うらぐちUraguchibackdoor, rear entrance, rear exit
- 整うととのうTotonouto be ready, to be prepared, to be arranged
- 将棋しょうぎShougishogi, Japanese chess
- 回転かいてんKaitenrotation, revolution, turn
- 漁師りょうしRyoushifisherman
- 香水こうすいKousuiperfume, scent
- 作成さくせいSakuseimaking (a report, plan, contract, etc.), drawing up, writing out
- 痺れるしびれるShibireruto become numb, to go to sleep (e.g. a limb)
- 平凡へいぼんHeibonordinary, common, commonplace
- 寄せるよせるYoseruto come near, to let someone approach
- お出かけおでかけOdekakeabout to start out, just about to leave or go out
- 停電ていでんTeidenpower outage, power failure, power cut
- フリーFuriifree (of restraint, controls, etc.)
- 期限きげんKigenterm, period, time frame
- 昼寝ひるねHirune(afternoon) nap, sleeping during the day, siesta
- 弱点じゃくてんJakutenweak point, weakness, shortcoming
- 大工だいくDaikucarpenter
- 中年ちゅうねんChuunenmiddle-age, middle age, midlife
- 浴衣ゆかたYukatayukata, light cotton kimono worn in the summer or used as a bathrobe
- 大木たいぼくTaibokularge tree
- 構造こうぞうKouzoustructure, construction, makeup
- 鉢はちHachibowl, pot, basin
- 炊くたくTakuto cook (grains, e.g. rice)
- ぶつかるButsukaruto bump into, to run into, to collide with
- 学会がっかいGakkailearned society, scientific society, academy
- 恐縮きょうしゅくKyoushukufeeling (much) obliged, being (very) grateful, being thankful
- 粗いあらいAraicoarse, rough
- 地点ちてんChitenspot, point, place
- 延長えんちょうEnchouextension, elongation, prolongation
- 甘やかすあまやかすAmayakasuto pamper, to spoil
- 臨時りんじRinjitemporary, provisional, interim
- 図々しいずうずうしいZuuzuushiiimpudent, shameless, brazen
- 滝たきTakiwaterfall
- 看病かんびょうKanbyounursing (a patient)
- 風船ふうせんFuusenballoon (toy or decoration)
- その他そのほかSonohokathe rest, the others
- 育児いくじIkujichildcare, child-rearing, nursing
- 無限むげんMugeninfinity, infinitude, eternity
- 商店しょうてんShoutenshop, store, firm
- 掻くかくKakuto scratch
- 割とわりとWaritocomparatively, relatively, fairly
- サンプルSanpurusample, example, specimen
- ショップShoppushop
- 引き止めるひきとめるHikitomeruto detain, to check, to restrain
- 傑作けっさくKessakumasterpiece, masterwork, chef d'oeuvre
- 南極なんきょくNankyokuSouth Pole
- 放るほうるHouruto throw, to fling, to hurl
- 名物めいぶつMeibutsufamous product, special product, speciality
- 書道しょどうShodoucalligraphy (esp. Asian calligraphy based on Chinese characters)
- 兵隊へいたいHeitaiarmed forces, military, troops
- 茹でるゆでるYuderuto boil (something in hot water)
- 彼是あれこれArekorethis and that, this or that, one thing or another
- 観念かんねんKannenidea, notion, concept
- 遠足えんそくEnsokuschool trip, field trip, excursion
- 楽器がっきGakkimusical instrument
- 気体きたいKitaigas, vapour, vapor
- 苦情くじょうKujoucomplaint, troubles, objection
- 詫びるわびるWabiruto apologize, to apologise, to make an apology
- ジャーナリストJaanarisutojournalist
- 粒つぶTsubugrain, bead, drop
- 改造かいぞうKaizouremodeling, remodelling, reconstruction
- 吹雪ふぶきFubukisnow storm, blizzard
- 輸血ゆけつYuketsublood transfusion
- 小便しょうべんShoubenurine, piss, pee
- 手入れていれTeirecare, looking after, repair
- 判子はんこHankoseal (used in lieu of a signature), stamp, chop
- サークルSaakurugroup with a common interest (e.g. students), club (e.g. company sports club), circle
- 傾くかたむくKatamukuto incline toward, to slant, to lurch
- 私立しりつShiritsuprivate (establishment)
- 爽やかさわやかSawayakafresh, refreshing, invigorating
- 若しかするともしかするとMoshikasurutoperhaps, possibly, maybe
- 芸能げいのうGeinoupublic entertainment, performing arts
- 炭鉱たんこうTankoucoal mine, (coal) pit, colliery
- 大してたいしてTaishite(not) very, (not) so, (not) very much
- 立ち止まるたちどまるTachidomaruto stop (in one's tracks), to come to a stop, to halt
- 塊かたまりKatamarilump, mass, bundle
- 工夫くふうKufuudevising (a way), contriving, inventing
- 出鱈目でたらめDetaramenonsense, irresponsible remark, codswallop
- 口実こうじつKoujitsuexcuse, pretext
- 蚊かKamosquito
- 関西かんさいKansaiKansai (region comprising Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe and surrounding prefectures)
- 集会しゅうかいShuukaimeeting, assembly, gathering
- 合同ごうどうGoudoucombination, union, joining
- 材木ざいもくZaimokuwood (for building), lumber, timber
- 書店しょてんShotenbookshop, bookstore
- 焦げるこげるKogeruto burn, to scorch, to char
- 撫でるなでるNaderuto stroke, to caress, to brush gently
- 恋しいこいしいKoishiiyearned for, longed for, missed
- 寿命じゅみょうJumyoulifespan, life, lifetime
- 基準きじゅんKijunstandard, criterion, norm
- 欠伸あくびAkubiyawn, yawning
- 清掃せいそうSeisoucleaning, clean-up, garbage collection
- 映すうつすUtsusuto project, to reflect, to cast (shadow)
- 下品げひんGehinvulgar, indecent, coarse
- 解くほどくHodokuto undo, to untie, to unfasten
- 何分なにぶんNanibunsome, any, (a) little
- 食器しょっきShokkitableware
- 瞼まぶたMabutaeyelid
- 躓くつまずくTsumazukuto trip (over), to stumble
- 近寄るちかよるChikayoruto approach, to draw near
- 櫛くしKushicomb
- 行列ぎょうれつGyouretsuline, queue, procession
- 新幹線しんかんせんShinkansenShinkansen, bullet train
- 口紅くちべにKuchibenilipstick
- 水分すいぶんSuibunwater, liquid, fluid
- 現にげんにGenniactually, really
- 先祖せんぞSenzoancestor, forefather, foremother
- 体制たいせいTaiseiorder, system, structure
- 担ぐかつぐKatsuguto shoulder, to carry on one's shoulder
- 長女ちょうじょChoujoeldest daughter, first-born daughter
- 民間みんかんMinkanprivate, non-governmental, non-official
- ゼミZemiseminar
- 小遣いこづかいKozukaipocket money, spending money, pin money
- 各地かくちKakuchieach place, every place, various places
- 判事はんじHanjijudge, judiciary
- 予備よびYobireserve, spare
- 夕日ゆうひYuuhievening sun, setting sun
- 厳重げんじゅうGenjuustrict, severe, stringent
- 通帳つうちょうTsuuchoupassbook, bankbook
- 散らかるちらかるChirakaruto be in disorder, to lie scattered around
- 承るうけたまわるUketamawaruto hear, to be told, to know
- 実習じっしゅうJisshuupractice (in the field), training (esp. practical and hands-on), practical exercise
- 感激かんげきKangekideep emotion, impression, inspiration
- 点数てんすうTensuumarks, points, score
- 紅葉こうようKouyouleaves turning red (in autumn), red leaves, autumn colours
- 紅葉もみじMomijimaple (tree)
- 破片はへんHahenfragment, broken piece, splinter
- ベテランBeteranveteran (in a particular field), person with a lot of experience, old hand
- 架空かくうKakuufictitious, imaginary, fanciful
- 電池でんちDenchibattery, cell
- 飢えるうえるUeruto starve, to be famished, to be hungry
- 製作せいさくSeisakumanufacture, production
- 乾燥かんそうKansoudryness, aridity, drying (e.g. clothes)
- 紫むらさきMurasakipurple, violet
- 生き生きいきいきIkiikiin a lively way, vividly, freshly
- 護謨ゴムGomugum, rubber
- ロビーRobiilobby, lounge
- 頭脳ずのうZunouhead, brains
- 薬品やくひんYakuhinmedicine, drug
- 痒いかゆいKayuiitchy
- 是非ともぜひともZehitomoby all means, at all costs, absolutely
- 通知つうちTsuuchinotice, notification, report
- 売り切れるうりきれるUrikireruto be sold out
- 対立たいりつTairitsuconfrontation, opposition, antagonism
- 植木うえきUekigarden plant, garden tree
- 広めるひろめるHiromeruto spread, to propagate, to popularize
- 酒場さかばSakababar, pub, tavern
- 真っ暗まっくらMakkurapitch-dark, pitch-black, completely dark
- 知人ちじんChijinfriend, acquaintance
- 遡るさかのぼるSakanoboruto go upstream, to go up (a river)
- 以後いごIgoafter this, from now on, hereafter
- 手首てくびTekubiwrist
- 妥当だとうDatouvalid, proper, right
- 白髪しらがShiragawhite hair, grey hair, gray hair
- スクールSukuuruschool
- ポスターPosutaaposter
- 渇くかわくKawakuto be thirsty, to feel thirsty
- カバーKabaacover, covering, dust jacket
- 琴ことKotokoto (13-stringed Japanese zither)
- 国立こくりつKokuritsunational, founded and run by the central government
- 窓口まどぐちMadoguchicounter, window, teller window
- 怠るおこたるOkotaruto neglect, to be negligent in, to be neglectful of
- 転々てんてんTentenmoving from place to place, being passed around repeatedly
- 表紙ひょうしHyoushicover (of a book, magazine, etc.), binding
- 往復おうふくOufukumaking a round trip, going and returning, coming and going
- 回数かいすうKaisuunumber of times, frequency, count
- 治めるおさめるOsameruto rule, to govern, to reign over
- 金魚きんぎょKingyogoldfish (Carassius auratus)
- 先端せんたんSentanpointed end, tip, point
- 団地だんちDanchimulti-unit apartments, apartment complex
- 頂点ちょうてんChoutenvertex, apex
- 薄暗いうすぐらいUsuguraidim, gloomy
- 騒がしいさわがしいSawagashiinoisy, boisterous
- リズムRizumurhythm
- 学年がくねんGakunenacademic year, school year
- 取り入れるとりいれるToriireruto take in, to gather in
- トレーニングToreeningutraining (for a skill, job, sport, etc.), practice
- 賞金しょうきんShoukinprize money, monetary award, reward
- 災難さいなんSainancalamity, misfortune, disaster
- うろうろUrourorestlessly, aimlessly, without purpose
- 美容びようBiyoubeauty, good figure, (beautiful) appearance
- 不運ふうんFuunmisfortune, bad luck, ill luck
- 日の出ひのでHinodesunrise
- 満点まんてんMantenperfect score, full marks
- ワンピースWanpiisudress
- 各自かくじKakujieach (person), everyone, individual
- 斜めななめNanameslanting, tilted, sloping
- 俳句はいくHaikuhaiku, 17-mora poem, usu. in 3 lines of 5, 7 and 5 morae
- 住まいすまいSumaidwelling, house, residence
- 住居じゅうきょJuukyodwelling, house, residence
- ガムGamuchewing gum
- 敬語けいごKeigohonorific, term of respect, polite expression
- 整備せいびSeibimaintenance, servicing
- 冷凍れいとうReitoufreezing, cold storage, refrigeration
- マラソンMarasonmarathon
- リボンRibonribbon
- 国王こくおうKokuouking, queen, monarch
- 呼びかけるよびかけるYobikakeruto call out to, to hail, to address
- 拝むおがむOgamuto assume the posture of praying, to press the palms and fingers of both hands together, to do reverence (e.g. before a statue of the Buddha)
- 彫刻ちょうこくChoukokucarving, engraving, sculpture
- 真っ黒まっくろMakkuropitch black
- 捻るひねるHineruto twist, to wrench, to turn (a tap, switch, etc.)
- 包帯ほうたいHoutaibandage, dressing
- クリーニングKuriiningucleaning, dry cleaning, laundry service
- 好き嫌いすききらいSukikirailikes and dislikes, tastes, preferences
- 過程かていKateiprocess, course, mechanism
- 例外れいがいReigaiexception
- 率直そっちょくSotchokufrank, candid, straightforward
- 基礎きそKisofoundation, basis
- 重たいおもたいOmotaiheavy, weighty
- お参りおまいりOmairivisit (to a shrine, grave, etc.), worship
- 体操たいそうTaisougymnastics, physical exercises
- 東西とうざいTouzaieast and west
- カラーKaraacolor, colour
- 出迎えるでむかえるDemukaeruto meet, to greet
- プリントPurintoprint, printing, (printed) copy
- 過剰かじょうKajouexcess, surplus, superabundance
- 重力じゅうりょくJuuryokugravity, gravitation, gravitational pull
- 東洋とうようTouyouthe East, the Orient, (East) Asia
- 日程にっていNitteischedule, program, programme
- じゃん拳じゃんけんJankenrock-paper-scissors (game), janken
- シーズンShiizunseason (period in which regulated games are played)
- 盗難とうなんTounantheft, robbery
- コレクションKorekushoncollection (of art, stamps, etc.), collecting
- ボーナスBoonasubonus
- 危ういあやういAyauidangerous, in danger, facing imminent danger
- 大人しいおとなしいOtonashiigentle, quiet, mild
- 座敷ざしきZashikitatami room, tatami mat room, formal Japanese room
- 防止ぼうしBoushiprevention, check
- 脂あぶらAburafat, tallow, lard
- 総理大臣そうりだいじんSouridaijinprime minister (as the head of a cabinet government), premier
- 片付くかたづくKatazukuto be put in order, to be put to rights
- 校舎こうしゃKoushaschool building, schoolhouse
- ニコニコNikonikowith a friendly grin, smilingly
- 重役じゅうやくJuuyaku(company) director, executive, top management
- 線路せんろSenrorailway track, railway line, railroad
- 先頭せんとうSentouhead (of a line, group, etc.), front, lead
- 殻からKarashell, husk, hull
- 四季しきShikithe four seasons
- 消毒しょうどくShoudokudisinfection, sterilization, sterilisation
- 牧場ぼくじょうBokujoufarm (livestock), stock farm, ranch
- ピストルPisutorupistol
- 努めるつとめるTsutomeruto endeavor (to do), to endeavour, to try hard
- 功績こうせきKousekiachievement, meritorious deed, distinguished service
- 行事ぎょうじGyoujievent, function
- 酢すSuvinegar
- 釘くぎKuginail, spike, tack
- 蕎麦そばSobabuckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum)
- 作者さくしゃSakushacreator (of a work), author, writer
- 毛糸けいとKeitoknitting wool, woolen yarn, woollen yarn
- 来日らいにちRainichicoming to Japan, visit to Japan, arrival in Japan
- 公式こうしきKoushikiofficial, formal
- 踏切ふみきりFumikirirailway crossing, railroad crossing, train crossing
- 液体えきたいEkitailiquid
- 砕けるくだけるKudakeruto break (into pieces), to be broken, to be smashed
- 酸っぱいすっぱいSuppaisour, acid
- エプロンEpuronapron
- 下町したまちShitamachilow-lying part of a city (usu. containing shops, factories, etc.)
- 緩いゆるいYuruiloose
- 採点さいてんSaitenmarking, grading, scoring
- 回答かいとうKaitoureply, answer
- 標本ひょうほんHyouhonspecimen, sample
- 強気つよきTsuyokiconfident, assured, self-assured
- 初めにはじめにHajimenifirst, firstly, first of all
- 透明とうめいToumeitransparent, clear
- スマートSumaatosmart (clothing, etc.), stylish
- 威張るいばるIbaruto put on airs, to throw one's weight about, to swagger
- 広場ひろばHirobapublic square, square, plaza
- 吐き気はきけHakikenausea, feeling like throwing up, feeling sick
- 囁くささやくSasayakuto whisper, to murmur
- 膨大ぼうだいBoudaihuge, vast, enormous
- 煮えるにえるNieruto be boiled, to be cooked
- 消化しょうかShoukadigestion (of food)
- 創作そうさくSousakucreation, production, creative work (novel, film, etc.)
- 建つたつTatsuto be erected, to be built
- 一段いちだんIchidaneven more, still more, much more
- 格別かくべつKakubetsuparticular, special, exceptional
- 独り言ひとりごとHitorigotosoliloquy, monologue, speaking to oneself
- 子孫しそんShisondescendant, progeny, offspring
- 力強いちからづよいChikarazuyoipowerful, strong, forceful
- 知り合いしりあいShiriaiacquaintance
- 執筆しっぴつShippitsuwriting, authoring
- 親指おやゆびOyayubithumb
- 便所べんじょBenjotoilet, lavatory, water closet
- 無数むすうMusuuinnumerable, countless, numberless
- 法則ほうそくHousokulaw, rule
- 要領ようりょうYouryoupoint, gist, essentials
- スカーフSukaafuscarf (esp. a lightweight summer scarf worn by women)
- 略すりゃくすRyakusuto abbreviate, to abridge, to shorten
- 梯子はしごHashigoladder
- 動作どうさDousamovement (of the body), action, motion
- 平日へいじつHeijitsuweekday, ordinary days (i.e. non-holiday)
- 戸棚とだなTodanacupboard, locker, closet
- 跳ねるはねるHaneruto jump, to leap, to prance
- 絵の具えのぐEnogupaint, coloring materials, colors
- 統一とういつTouitsuunity, consolidation, uniformity
- 重体じゅうたいJuutaiserious condition, critical condition
- 蓄えるたくわえるTakuwaeruto store, to save up, to stock up on
- ひっくり返るひっくりかえるHikkurikaeruto be overturned, to be reversed, to turn over
- 解説かいせつKaisetsuexplanation, commentary, exposition
- 分解ぶんかいBunkaidisassembly, dismantling, disaggregating
- 混ざるまざるMazaruto be mixed, to be blended with, to associate with
- 応用おうようOuyou(practical) application, putting to practical use
- 競馬けいばKeibahorse racing
- 通路つうろTsuuropassage, pathway, roadway
- 敷地しきちShikichisite, plot, lot
- マフラーMafuraa(thick) scarf, muffler
- 拡張かくちょうKakuchouexpansion, extension, enlargement
- 肯定こうていKouteiaffirmation
- 大学院だいがくいんDaigakuingraduate school
- 逸れるそれるSoreruto turn away, to bear off, to veer away
- 算盤そろばんSorobanabacus, soroban
- 的確てきかくTekikakuaccurate, precise, exact
- 電球でんきゅうDenkyuulight bulb
- 襖ふすまFusumafusuma, Japanese sliding screen
- 挟まるはさまるHasamaruto get between, to be caught in
- 調味料ちょうみりょうChoumiryouseasoning, flavoring, flavouring
- 釜かまKamairon pot, kettle
- 散らかすちらかすChirakasuto scatter around, to leave untidy, to make a mess
- 洗剤せんざいSenzaidetergent, cleanser, cleaning agent
- 吊るすつるすTsurusuto hang, to hang up
- 釣り合うつりあうTsuriauto balance, to be in harmony, to be in equilibrium
- 日時にちじNichijidate and time (of a meeting, departure, etc.)
- 氏名しめいShimei(full) name, identity
- 上下じょうげJougetop and bottom, high and low, above and below
- 性能せいのうSeinouability, performance, efficiency
- 王女おうじょOujoprincess
- 原料げんりょうGenryouraw materials, ingredient
- 循環じゅんかんJunkancirculation, rotation, cycle
- 性別せいべつSeibetsu(distinction of) sex, gender
- 田んぼたんぼTanborice field, rice paddy, paddy field
- 開放かいほうKaihouopening (a door, window, etc.), leaving open
- 混じるまじるMajiruto be mixed, to be blended with, to be combined
- 転がすころがすKorogasuto roll, to wheel, to trundle
- 方角ほうがくHougakudirection, way
- イコールIkooruequal, equivalent
- 区域くいきKuikiarea, zone, district
- ギャングGyangugang
- スピーカーSupiikaaspeaker
- 忽ちたちまちTachimachiin an instant, in a moment, immediately
- 謙遜けんそんKensonmodesty, humility, being humble
- 間隔かんかくKankakuspace, interval
- 尖るとがるTogaruto taper to a point, to become pointed, to become sharp
- ぶつぶつButsubutsugrunt, grumble, complaint
- ヘリコプターHerikoputaahelicopter
- ランニングRanningurunning
- 缶詰かんづめKanzumecanned food, tinned food
- 峠とうげTouge(mountain) pass, highest point on a mountain road, ridge
- 売店ばいてんBaitenstand, stall, booth
- 物置ものおきMonookistorage room, storeroom, lumber room
- 一斉いっせいIsseisimultaneous, all at once
- 仮定かていKateiassumption, supposition, hypothesis
- 明け方あけがたAkegatadawn, daybreak
- 夜間やかんYakannight, nighttime
- 安易あんいAnieasy, simple
- 敬ううやまうUyamauto show respect for, to revere, to honour
- 半径はんけいHankeiradius
- 学科がっかGakkasubject (of study), course of study
- 雑巾ぞうきんZoukinhouse-cloth, dust cloth
- 深まるふかまるFukamaruto deepen, to heighten, to intensify
- 通勤つうきんTsuukincommuting to work
- 広さひろさHirosaarea, extent, dimensions
- 水曜すいようSuiyouWednesday
- 妨げるさまたげるSamatageruto disturb, to prevent, to obstruct
- 裏返すうらがえすUragaesuto turn inside out, to turn the other way, to turn (something) over
- 校庭こうていKouteischoolyard, school playground, school grounds
- 受け持つうけもつUkemotsuto take (be in) charge of
- 煉瓦れんがRengabrick
- 会館かいかんKaikanmeeting hall, assembly hall
- 静まるしずまるShizumaruto become quiet, to quiet down, to quieten down
- 見下ろすみおろすMiorosuto overlook, to command a view of, to look down on
- 相違そういSouidifference, discrepancy, variation
- 木材もくざいMokuzailumber, timber, wood
- 幼稚ようちYouchiinfancy
- 馬穴バケツBaketsubucket, pail
- 宴会えんかいEnkaiparty, banquet, reception
- 平仮名ひらがなHiraganahiragana, cursive Japanese syllabary used primarily for native Japanese words (esp. function words, inflections, etc.)
- 臍へそHesonavel, belly button
- 発条ばねBanespring (device)
- 温まるあたたまるAtatamaruto warm oneself, to sun oneself, to warm up
- シーツShiitsusheet, bed sheet
- 薬缶やかんYakankettle
- 意義いぎIgimeaning, significance
- 定員ていいんTeiinfixed number (of people), prescribed number (of regular personnel, students, etc.), quota
- 連合れんごうRengouunion, combination, alliance
- 銅どうDoucopper (Cu)
- ブローチBuroochibrooch
- 姓せいSeisurname, family name
- 目下めしたMeshitasubordinate, subordinates, inferior
- 専制せんせいSenseidespotism, autocracy
- 足袋たびTabitabi, traditional split-toe socks
- 真空しんくうShinkuuvacuum
- 当てはまるあてはまるAtehamaruto apply (of a rule), to be applicable (of standards, lessons, ideas, etc.), to hold true (e.g. of a description)
- ダムDamudam
- 上級じょうきゅうJoukyuuupper level, upper grade, high rank
- 続々ぞくぞくZokuzokusuccessively, one after another
- 出入り口でいりぐちDeiriguchiexit and entrance
- どっとDottobursting out (laughter), breaking out (applause), roaring
- 組み立てるくみたてるKumitateruto assemble, to put together, to set up
- 空想くうそうKuusoudaydream, fantasy, fancy
- 月日つきひTsukihitime, years, days
- 項目こうもくKoumokuitem, heading, category
- 三角さんかくSankakutriangle, triangular shape
- 刺身さしみSashimisashimi (raw sliced fish, shellfish or crustaceans)
- 小指こゆびKoyubilittle finger, pinky, fourth (occ. fifth) finger
- 日陰ひかげHikageshade, shadow
- 浮かべるうかべるUkaberuto float, to set afloat, to launch
- 着々ちゃくちゃくChakuchakusteadily
- 見本みほんMihonsample, specimen, pattern
- 言葉遣いことばづかいKotobazukaispeech, expression, wording
- 縮むちぢむChijimuto shrink, to contract, to diminish (in size)
- 濃度のうどNoudoconcentration, density
- 坊さんぼうさんBousanBuddhist priest, monk
- 蝋燭ろうそくRousokucandle
- ピカピカPikapikawith a glitter, with a sparkle
- 限度げんどGendolimit, bounds
- 灯油とうゆTouyukerosene, paraffin, lamp oil
- 輸送ゆそうYusoutransport, transportation, transit
- 引っ越しひっこしHikkoshimoving (dwelling, office, etc.), changing residence
- 塞がるふさがるFusagaruto be closed, to be blocked, to be healed (e.g. wound)
- 公正こうせいKouseijustice, fairness, impartiality
- 蒸発じょうはつJouhatsuevaporation
- 性質せいしつSeishitsunature (of a person), disposition, temperament
- 眩暈めまいMemaidizziness, giddiness, vertigo
- 器具きぐKiguutensil, implement, tool
- 属するぞくするZokusuruto belong to, to come under, to be affiliated with
- 中間ちゅうかんChuukanmiddle, midway, halfway
- 補うおぎなうOginauto supplement, to make up for, to compensate for
- 偏るかたよるKatayoruto lean (to one side), to incline
- 月末げつまつGetsumatsuend of the month
- 砕くくだくKudakuto break (into pieces), to smash, to crush
- 草履ぞうりZourizori, traditional Japanese thonged sandals
- 電力でんりょくDenryokuelectric power
- 見慣れるみなれるMinareruto get used to seeing, to become accustomed to seeing, to be familiar with
- 測定そくていSokuteimeasurement
- 訳すやくすYakusuto translate, to interpret
- 跨ぐまたぐMataguto step over, to step across, to stride over
- 落第らくだいRakudaifailure (in an examination), failing to advance (to the next year)
- 教養きょうようKyouyou(understanding or appreciation of) culture, (one's) education, cultivation
- 障子しょうじShoujishoji (paper sliding door)
- 濁るにごるNigoruto become muddy, to become cloudy, to become turbid
- 容器ようきYoukicontainer, receptacle, vessel
- ダイヤモンドDaiyamondodiamond
- 紙幣しへいShiheipaper money, note, bill
- 勝敗しょうはいShouhaivictory or defeat, outcome (of a game, battle, etc.)
- 生存せいぞんSeizonexistence, being, life
- 電流でんりゅうDenryuuelectric current
- 剃るそるSoruto shave
- 客席きゃくせきKyakusekiguest seating (e.g. theater, stadium), passenger seat (e.g. taxi)
- 催促さいそくSaisokupressing, urging, demanding
- 追い越すおいこすOikosuto pass (e.g. car), to overtake
- 歯磨きはみがきHamigakidental brushing, brushing one's teeth
- 吃逆しゃっくりShakkurihiccup, hiccough
- 自治じちJichiself-government, autonomy
- 素質そしつSoshitsumakings (of), aptitude, talent
- 落し物おとしものOtoshimonolost property, something dropped and left behind
- リットルRittorulitre, liter
- 溶け込むとけこむTokekomuto melt into, to dissolve into, to merge into
- 反映はんえいHaneireflection (of light)
- 四角いしかくいShikakuisquare, rectangular
- 水筒すいとうSuitoucanteen, flask, water bottle
- 欧米おうべいOubeiEurope and the United States, Europe and America, the West
- 学力がくりょくGakuryokuscholarly ability, scholarship, knowledge
- 算数さんすうSansuuarithmetic
- 大小だいしょうDaishousize
- 名作めいさくMeisakumasterpiece, masterwork
- 卸すおろすOrosuto sell wholesale
- 慌ただしいあわただしいAwatadashiibusy, hectic, hurried
- 歯車はぐるまHagurumagear, cogwheel
- 水素すいそSuisohydrogen (H)
- 長所ちょうしょChoushostrong point, merit, virtue
- 比較的ひかくてきHikakutekicomparatively, relatively
- 天皇てんのうTennouEmperor of Japan
- 真っ青まっさおMassaodeep blue, bright blue
- 引き分けひきわけHikiwakedraw (in competition), tie game
- 学部がくぶGakubufaculty (of a university), school, college
- 逆ささかさSakasainverted, upside down, reversed
- 孝行こうこうKoukoufilial piety
- 自習じしゅうJishuuself-study, teaching oneself
- 縮めるちぢめるChijimeruto shorten, to reduce, to condense
- 地盤じばんJibanground, crust (earth), bed (gravel, river, etc.)
- 過失かしつKashitsuaccident (caused by negligence), error, blunder
- 換気かんきKankiventilation
- 給与きゅうよKyuuyopay, salary, wages
- 実物じつぶつJitsubutsureal thing, original, actual
- 乗車じょうしゃJoushaboarding (a train, bus, etc.), getting into (e.g. a taxi)
- 迷信めいしんMeishinsuperstition, superstitious belief
- 冷ますさますSamasuto cool (e.g. from a high temperature to room temperature), to let cool
- 消耗しょうもうShoumouexhaustion, consumption, using up
- 裁縫さいほうSaihousewing, needlework
- 受話器じゅわきJuwaki(telephone) receiver
- 分類ぶんるいBunruiclassification, categorization, sorting
- お手伝いさんおてつだいさんOtetsudaisanmaid
- 縮小しゅくしょうShukushoureduction, curtailment, cut
- 賞品しょうひんShouhinprize, trophy
- 特売とくばいTokubaispecial sale, bargain sale
- 家主やぬしYanushilandlord, landlady
- 謙虚けんきょKenkyomodest, humble
- 物語るものがたるMonogataruto tell (a story), to give an account of (an event, experience, etc.), to relate
- 打ち合わせうちあわせUchiawase(preparatory) meeting, briefing session, (making) advance arrangements
- 解答かいとうKaitouanswer, solution
- 規律きりつKiritsuorder, observance, discipline
- 空中くうちゅうKuuchuu(in) the air, midair, sky
- 交差こうさKousacrossing, intersection
- 消防署しょうぼうしょShouboushofire station
- 湯気ゆげYugesteam, vapour, vapor
- 番地ばんちBanchihouse number, address
- 揶揄うからかうKarakauto tease, to make fun of, to poke fun at
- くっ付くくっつくKuttsukuto adhere to, to stick to, to cling to
- カロリーKaroriicalorie
- コーラスKoorasuchorus
- 鑑賞かんしょうKanshouappreciation (of art, music, poetry, etc.)
- 献立こんだてKondatemenu, bill of fare
- 焦がすこがすKogasuto burn, to scorch, to singe
- 寸法すんぽうSunpoumeasurement, size, extent
- 日にちひにちHinichidate (of a planned event, act, etc.), day
- 気圧きあつKiatsuatmospheric pressure, air pressure
- 光線こうせんKousenray (of light), beam, light
- 都心としんToshincity centre (esp. of Tokyo), heart of a city, downtown area
- 薬局やっきょくYakkyokupharmacy, drugstore, chemist's (shop)
- 商業しょうぎょうShougyoucommerce, trade, business
- 突き当たるつきあたるTsukiataruto run into, to collide with, to crash into
- 日課にっかNikkadaily routine, daily work, daily lesson
- 勇ましいいさましいIsamashiibrave, valiant, gallant
- 日差しひざしHizashisunlight, rays of the Sun
- やむを得ないやむをえないYamuoenaicannot be helped, unavoidable
- 草臥れるくたびれるKutabireruto get tired, to become exhausted, to grow weary
- 混凝土コンクリートKonkuriitoconcrete
- 園芸えんげいEngeihorticulture, gardening
- 車庫しゃこShakogarage, carport, depot (for trains, buses, etc.)
- 付属ふぞくFuzokubeing attached (to), being affiliated (to), belonging (to)
- 工員こういんKouinfactory worker
- 吊るつるTsuruto hang, to suspend, to sling
- 割引わりびきWaribikidiscount, reduction, rebate
- 厚かましいあつかましいAtsukamashiiimpudent, shameless, brazen
- 直線ちょくせんChokusenstraight line
- ぶら下げるぶらさげるBurasageruto hang, to suspend, to dangle
- プラスチックPurasuchikkuplastic
- 火山かざんKazanvolcano
- 険しいけわしいKewashiiprecipitous, rugged, inaccessible
- 高等こうとうKoutouhigh class, high grade
- 夕刊ゆうかんYuukanevening edition (of a daily newspaper), evening paper
- 国籍こくせきKokusekinationality, citizenship
- 次ぐつぐTsuguto follow, to come after, to come next (to)
- 集金しゅうきんShuukinmoney collection
- 騒々しいそうぞうしいSouzoushiinoisy, loud, boisterous
- ハンドルHandoruhandle
- レンズRenzulens
- 耕すたがやすTagayasuto till, to plow, to plough
- 人通りひとどおりHitodooripedestrian traffic
- 望遠鏡ぼうえんきょうBouenkyoutelescope
- しゃがむShagamuto squat, to crouch
- ふわふわFuwafuwalightly (floating, drifting, etc.), buoyantly
- 人命じんめいJinmei(human) life
- 南米なんべいNanbeiSouth America
- 不潔ふけつFuketsuunclean, dirty, unsanitary
- 手ぬぐいてぬぐいTenuguitenugui, (hand) towel (usu. thin cotton cloth)
- 瓦かわらKawaratile (e.g. roof)
- 中途ちゅうとChuutohalfway, midway, partway
- 灰色はいいろHaiirogrey, gray, ashen
- 時速じそくJisokuspeed (per hour)
- 全般ぜんぱんZenpan(the) whole
- 童話どうわDouwachildren's story, fairy tale
- 薬指くすりゆびKusuriyubiring finger, third finger, fourth finger (esp. in piano-playing)
- 末っ子すえっこSuekkoyoungest child
- クーラーKuuraaair conditioner
- 運河うんがUnga(navigable) canal, waterway
- 形式けいしきKeishikiform (as opposed to substance)
- 修繕しゅうぜんShuuzenrepair, mending
- 心身しんしんShinshinmind and body
- 嵌めるはめるHameruto fit (e.g. a pane into a frame), to insert (e.g. a cork), to fasten (a button)
- 区切るくぎるKugiruto divide, to separate, to partition
- 娯楽ごらくGorakuamusement, entertainment, recreation
- 呆れるあきれるAkireruto be amazed, to be shocked, to be astonished
- 休息きゅうそくKyuusokurest, relief, relaxation
- 境界きょうかいKyoukaiboundary, border, limit
- 湿度しつどShitsudohumidity
- 純情じゅんじょうJunjoupure heart, naivete, innocence
- 標準ひょうじゅんHyoujunstandard, criterion, norm
- キャンパスKyanpasucampus
- 湿気しっけShikkemoisture, humidity, dampness
- 幼児ようじYoujiyoung child, toddler
- 日当たりひあたりHiatariexposure to the sun, sunny place
- 果実かじつKajitsufruit, nut, berry
- 休業きゅうぎょうKyuugyoususpension of business, temporary closure (of a store, school, etc.), shutdown
- 習字しゅうじShuujipenmanship, calligraphy
- 水滴すいてきSuitekidrop of water
- 命ずるめいずるMeizuruto order, to command
- 諄いくどいKudoirepetitious, long-winded, tedious
- 蛍光灯けいこうとうKeikoutoufluorescent lamp, fluorescent light
- 思いがけないおもいがけないOmoigakenaiunexpected, contrary to expectations, by chance
- 一通りひととおりHitotoorigenerally, in the main, briefly (look over, explain, etc.)
- 車輪しゃりんSharin(vehicle) wheel
- 方言ほうげんHougendialect, provincialism
- 方程式ほうていしきHouteishikiequation, formula
- 矢印やじるしYajirushiarrow (symbol)
- 用語ようごYougoterm, terminology
- ウェイトレスUeitoresuwaitress
- 改正かいせいKaiseirevision, amendment, alteration
- 祖先そせんSosenancestor
- 問答もんどうMondouquestions and answers, dialogue
- 冠かんむりKanmuritraditional cap worn by Shinto clergy and courtiers
- 謎々なぞなぞNazonazoriddle, puzzle, enigma
- カーブKaabucurve, turn, bend
- フライパンFuraipanfry pan, frying pan
- 開通かいつうKaitsuuopening (of a new road, railway, etc.), going into operation (e.g. telephone communication), beginning services
- 記号きごうKigousign, symbol, mark
- 磁石じしゃくJishakumagnet
- 生年月日せいねんがっぴSeinengappibirth date, date of birth, DOB
- 休養きゅうようKyuuyourest, relaxation, recreation
- 省略しょうりゃくShouryakuomission, leaving out
- 調節ちょうせつChousetsuregulation, adjustment, control
- 回り道まわりみちMawarimichidetour, circuitous route, diversion
- 起床きしょうKishourising (from one's bed), getting up, getting out of bed
- 定休日ていきゅうびTeikyuubiregular holiday, fixed day off, regular closing day
- 分量ぶんりょうBunryouamount, quantity
- 箒ほうきHoukibroom
- ストッキングSutokkingustockings
- 重量じゅうりょうJuuryouweight
- 題名だいめいDaimeititle, caption, heading
- 目上めうえMeuesuperior, superiors, senior
- 呑気のんきNonkieasy, easygoing, carefree
- ビニールBiniiruvinyl, plastic
- 加熱かねつKanetsuheating, application of heat
- 雑音ざつおんZatsuonnoise (usu. unpleasant)
- 神話しんわShinwamyth, mythology
- 甚だしいはなはだしいHanahadashiiextreme, excessive, terrible
- 日帰りひがえりHigaeriday trip
- 不規則ふきそくFukisokuirregular, unsystematic, unsteady
- 活力かつりょくKatsuryokuvitality, energy, dynamism
- 基盤きばんKibanbase, basis, foundation
- 蒸気じょうきJoukisteam, vapour, vapor
- 水平すいへいSuiheihorizontal, level, even
- 肌着はだぎHadagiunderwear, underclothes, lingerie
- 筆記ひっきHikki(taking) notes, copying
- 未満みまんMimanless than, under, below
- 郵送ゆうそうYuusoumailing, posting
- 巫山戯るふざけるFuzakeruto joke, to jest, to kid
- 直径ちょっけいChokkeidiameter
- 公共こうきょうKoukyoupublic (facilities, service, etc.), communal
- 大雑把おおざっぱOozapparough (estimate, summary, etc.), broad, general
- 保健ほけんHokenpreservation of health, hygiene, sanitation
- 英文えいぶんEibunEnglish writing, English sentence, English text
- 街角まちかどMachikadostreet corner
- 正門せいもんSeimonmain gate, main entrance
- 利害りがいRigaiadvantages and disadvantages, interests (of parties)
- 夜行やこうYakounight travel, walking around at night
- ビタミンBitaminvitamin
- 胡椒こしょうKoshoupepper
- 効力こうりょくKouryokueffect, efficacy, validity
- 満員まんいんManinfull house, no vacancy, sold out
- 躊躇うためらうTamerauto hesitate, to waver
- 湯のみゆのみYunomiteacup
- 沁み沁みしみじみShimijimikeenly, deeply, fully
- 俄にわかNiwakasudden, abrupt, unexpected
- お辞儀おじぎOjigibow, bowing
- アンテナAntenaantenna
- 系統けいとうKeitousystem
- 腰掛けるこしかけるKoshikakeruto sit (down)
- 凍えるこごえるKogoeruto freeze (of one's body), to be frozen, to become numb (with cold)
- 名所めいしょMeishofamous place, noted place, place of (scenic or historical) interest
- 面積めんせきMensekiarea (measurement), square measure, size (of land)
- せっせとSessetodiligently, assiduously, industriously
- 座布団ざぶとんZabutonzabuton, flat floor cushion used when sitting or kneeling; usu. rectangular
- 錆びるさびるSabiruto rust, to become rusty
- 受け取りうけとりUketorireceiving, receipt
- 統計とうけいToukeistatistics
- 普及ふきゅうFukyuudiffusion, spread, popularization
- 並行へいこうHeikougoing side-by-side, going abreast
- 馬鹿らしいばからしいBakarashiiabsurd, foolish, stupid
- ぎっしりGisshiritightly (packed), densely, closely
- 垣根かきねKakinehedge, fence
- 高層こうそうKousouhigh-rise (building), multistory, multistoried
- 濡らすぬらすNurasuto wet, to moisten, to dampen
- 茂るしげるShigeruto grow thickly, to be in full leaf, to be rampant
- 中指なかゆびNakayubimiddle finger, long finger, second finger
- 人差し指ひとさしゆびHitosashiyubiindex finger, forefinger, first (occ. second) finger
- アクセントAkusentoaccent (on a syllable, word), stress, pitch accent
- 屋外おくがいOkugaioutdoors, outside
- 古典こてんKotenclassic (work, esp. book), the classics
- 順序じゅんじょJunjoorder, sequence
- 掃くはくHakuto sweep, to brush, to clean
- 脱線だっせんDassenderailment
- 温室おんしつOnshitsugreenhouse, hothouse, conservatory
- 学級がっきゅうGakkyuu(school) class
- 鋸のこぎりNokogirisaw
- 原理げんりGenriprinciple, theory, fundamental truth
- 手ごろてごろTegorohandy, convenient
- 焦点しょうてんShoutenfocus, focal point
- 短期たんきTankishort-term
- 年度ねんどNendofiscal year (usu. April 1 to March 31 in Japan), financial year
- 噴火ふんかFunkaeruption, volcanic eruption
- 兼ねるかねるKaneruto be unable to, to find difficult (unpleasant, awkward, painful) to do
- 公務こうむKoumuofficial business, public business
- 混合こんごうKongoumixing, mixture, meld
- 酸性さんせいSanseiacidity
- 蛇口じゃぐちJaguchifaucet, tap
- 手洗いてあらいTearaiwashing one's hands, water (or basin, etc.) for washing one's hands
- 書籍しょせきShosekibook, publication
- 文房具ぶんぼうぐBunbougustationery
- 歌留多カルタKarutakaruta, traditional Japanese playing cards, esp. hyakunin isshu karuta or iroha karuta
- 曲線きょくせんKyokusencurve
- 大通りおおどおりOodoorimain street, avenue, boulevard
- 萎むしぼむShibomuto wither (of flowers, dreams, etc.), to wilt, to droop
- 投書とうしょTousholetter (e.g. of complaint), letter to the editor, letter from a reader
- 包装ほうそうHousoupacking, wrapping
- 枚数まいすうMaisuuthe number of flat things
- 欲張りよくばりYokubarigreed, avarice, covetousness
- メーターMeetaameter, gauge
- 撒くまくMakuto scatter, to sprinkle, to strew
- 地帯ちたいChitaizone, area, belt
- 当てはめるあてはめるAtehameruto apply, to adapt
- 塩辛いしおからいShiokaraisalty (taste), briny
- ブラウスBurausublouse
- モーターMootaamotor, engine
- 再三さいさんSaisanagain and again, repeatedly
- 停車ていしゃTeishastopping (of a train, car, etc.), stop
- 農薬のうやくNouyakuagricultural chemical, agrochemical, agrichemical
- 薄めるうすめるUsumeruto dilute, to water down, to thin
- 有料ゆうりょうYuuryoufee-charging, paid, not free
- 椀わんWanbowl (wooden)
- 在学ざいがくZaigakuattending (school, college, etc.), being enrolled, being a student
- 待合室まちあいしつMachiaishitsuwaiting room
- 地名ちめいChimeiplace name, toponym
- 中世ちゅうせいChuuseiMiddle Ages (in Japan esp. the Kamakura and Muromachi periods), medieval times, mediaeval times
- 売れ行きうれゆきUreyukisales, demand
- 打ち消すうちけすUchikesuto deny, to contradict
- コンセントKonsento(electrical) outlet, (wall) socket, power point
- 北極ほっきょくHokkyokuNorth Pole
- 栓せんSenstopper, cork, plug
- 下書きしたがきShitagakidraft, rough copy
- 図鑑ずかんZukanpictorial book, picture book, illustrated reference book
- 政党せいとうSeitoupolitical party
- 田植えたうえTauerice planting
- 噴水ふんすいFunsuiwater fountain
- 扇ぐあおぐAoguto fan
- そそっかしいSosokkashiicareless, thoughtless, hasty
- 終点しゅうてんShuutenterminus, last stop (e.g. train)
- 消極的しょうきょくてきShoukyokutekinegative, passive, half-hearted
- 早口はやくちHayakuchifast-talking, rapid talking
- 灯台とうだいToudailighthouse
- 物差しものさしMonosashiruler, measure, measuring stick
- 目安めやすMeyasucriterion, standard, yardstick
- 宛名あてなAtenaname and address (on an envelope, etc.), (addressee's) name, addressee
- 可決かけつKaketsuapproval, adoption (of a motion, bill, etc.), passage
- 文芸ぶんげいBungeiliterature
- 水産すいさんSuisanaquatic products, fisheries
- 為すなすNasuto do, to commit, to carry out
- ナイロンNaironnylon
- 海水浴かいすいよくKaisuiyokuswimming in the ocean, sea bathing, seawater bath
- 海洋かいようKaiyouocean, sea
- 月給げっきゅうGekkyuumonthly salary
- 個体こたいKotaiindividual, specimen
- 扇風機せんぷうきSenpuukielectric fan
- 日用品にちようひんNichiyouhindaily necessities, everyday item
- 熱するねっするNessuruto heat, to heat up
- 発電はつでんHatsudengeneration of electricity, power generation
- 片道かたみちKatamichione-way (trip)
- 編み物あみものAmimonoknitting, knitted material, crochet
- 入れ物いれものIremonocontainer, case, receptacle
- 下水げすいGesuidrainage, ditch, gutter
- 改札かいさつKaisatsuexamination of tickets
- 税関ぜいかんZeikancustoms, customs house
- 風呂敷ふろしきFuroshikifuroshiki, wrapping cloth, cloth wrapper
- 好き好きすきずきSukizukimatter of taste
- カセットKasettocassette (tape)
- 引力いんりょくInryokuattraction (e.g. magnetic, gravitation), affinity, gravitational pull
- 恩恵おんけいOnkeigrace, favor, favour
- 過半数かはんすうKahansuumajority
- 床の間とこのまTokonomatokonoma, alcove where art or flowers are displayed
- 森林しんりんShinrinforest, woods
- 等分とうぶんToubundivision into equal parts, equal parts
- 透き通るすきとおるSukitooruto be transparent, to be see-through, to be clear
- 毛皮けがわKegawafur, skin, pelt
- ファスナーFuasunaazip fastener, zipper, zip
- 応対おうたいOutaidealing with (people, customers, complaints, etc.), receiving (callers, visitors, etc.), attending to
- 貨物かもつKamotsucargo, freight
- 隔てるへだてるHedateruto separate (by distance, time, etc.), to isolate, to partition
- 垂直すいちょくSuichokuvertical
- 超過ちょうかChoukaexcess, surplus, exceeding (a limit, estimate, etc.)
- 友好ゆうこうYuukoufriendship
- ダイヤルDaiyarudial (e.g. telephone, radio, clock, gauge)
- 原産げんさんGensanplace of origin, habitat
- 刷るするSuruto print
- 三日月みかづきMikazukicrescent moon, young moon
- 速達そくたつSokutatsuexpress, special delivery
- 損得そんとくSontokuloss and gain, advantage and disadvantage
- 長方形ちょうほうけいChouhoukeirectangle, oblong
- 被せるかぶせるKabuseruto cover (with something)
- 父母ふぼFubofather and mother, parents
- 文献ぶんけんBunkenliterature, books (reference), document
- 為替かわせKawasemoney order, draft
- 家屋かおくKaokuhouse, building
- 県庁けんちょうKenchouprefectural office
- 車掌しゃしょうShashou(train) conductor
- 祝日しゅくじつShukujitsunational holiday, public holiday
- 清書せいしょSeishofair copy, clean copy
- 憎らしいにくらしいNikurashiiodious, hateful, detestable
- 伝記でんきDenkibiography, life story
- 両側りょうがわRyougawaboth sides
- 若々しいわかわかしいWakawakashiiyouthful, young, young-looking
- 一休みひとやすみHitoyasumi(short) rest, breather, break
- 学術がくじゅつGakujutsuscience, learning, scholarship
- 間接かんせつKansetsuindirection, indirectness
- 定規じょうぎJougi(measuring) ruler
- 電柱でんちゅうDenchuuutility pole, power pole, telephone pole
- 便箋びんせんBinsenwriting paper, stationery, notepaper
- 凸凹でこぼこDekobokounevenness, roughness, ruggedness
- 所々ところどころTokorodokorohere and there, in places
- めっきりMekkiriremarkably, noticeably, visibly
- チョークChookuchalk
- 煙突えんとつEntotsuchimney, smokestack, funnel (of a ship)
- 私鉄してつShitetsuprivate railway
- 炊事すいじSuijicooking, kitchen work
- 全集ぜんしゅうZenshuucomplete works, complete collection, complete series
- 内線ないせんNaisenphone extension, indoor wiring, inner line
- 必需品ひつじゅひんHitsujuhinnecessities, necessary article, requisite
- 標識ひょうしきHyoushikisign, mark, marker
- 払い戻すはらいもどすHaraimodosuto repay, to pay back, to refund
- 和服わふくWafukuJapanese clothes
- 仮名かなKanakana, Japanese syllabaries (i.e. hiragana and katakana)
- 相互そうごSougomutual, reciprocal
- 生るなるNaruto bear fruit
- ウーマンUumanwoman
- スライドSuraidoslide (for projection), transparency
- 衣食住いしょくじゅうIshokujuufood, clothing and shelter, necessities of life
- 漁業ぎょぎょうGyogyoufishing industry, fishery
- 射すさすSasuto shine
- 正方形せいほうけいSeihoukeisquare
- 炒るいるIruto roast, to parch, to toast
- 貯蔵ちょぞうChozoustorage, preservation, stocking
- 伝染でんせんDensencontagion, infection
- 南北なんぼくNanbokunorth and south, north to south
- オーケストラOokesutoraorchestra
- 公衆こうしゅうKoushuuthe public, general public
- 剃刀かみそりKamisorirazor
- 定価ていかTeikalist price, regular price, established price
- 筆者ひっしゃHisshawriter, author
- 評論ひょうろんHyouroncriticism, critique, review
- 朗らかほがらかHogarakacheerful, merry, sunny
- 機関車きかんしゃKikanshalocomotive, engine
- 寺院じいんJiinBuddhist temple
- 実用じつようJitsuyoupractical use, utility
- 青白いあおじろいAojiroipale, pallid
- 増大ぞうだいZoudaienlargement, increase
- 通貨つうかTsuukacurrency
- 摩擦まさつMasatsufriction
- 顕微鏡けんびきょうKenbikyoumicroscope
- 蒸し暑いむしあついMushiatsuihumid, sultry
- 親類しんるいShinruirelative, relation, kin
- 分布ぶんぷBunpudistribution
- 生け花いけばなIkebanaikebana, Japanese art of flower arrangement
- 倣うならうNarauto imitate, to follow, to copy
- 碁ごGogo (board game)
- 鉱物こうぶつKoubutsumineral
- 針金はりがねHariganewire
- 造船ぞうせんZousenshipbuilding
- 部首ぶしゅBushuradical (of a kanji character)
- 片仮名カタカナKatakanakatakana, angular Japanese syllabary used primarily for loanwords
- 名詞めいしMeishinoun
- 交通機関こうつうきかんKoutsuukikan(means of) transportation, transport, transportation facilities
- 山林さんりんSanrinmountain forest, forest on a mountain, forest land
- 写生しゃせいShaseisketching, drawing from nature, portrayal
- 主語しゅごShugosubject
- 青少年せいしょうねんSeishounenyoung people, youth, the younger generation
- 溶岩ようがんYouganlava
- モダンModanmodern
- 官庁かんちょうKanchougovernment office, government agency, authorities
- 糊のりNoripaste, glue
- 四捨五入ししゃごにゅうShishagonyuurounding (off; a number), rounding half away from zero
- 西暦せいれきSeirekiCommon Era, CE, Christian Era
- 粗筋あらすじArasujioutline, summary, argument
- 短所たんしょTanshodefect, demerit, weak point
- 領事りょうじRyoujiconsul
- ずらすZurasuto shift, to move, to slide
- 歌謡かようKayousong, ballad
- 苦心くしんKushinpains, hard work, effort
- 水平線すいへいせんSuiheisenhorizon (related to bodies of water)
- 代名詞だいめいしDaimeishipronoun
- 地下水ちかすいChikasuigroundwater, underground water
- オルガンOruganorgan (musical instrument)
- モノレールMonoreerumonorail
- 客間きゃくまKyakumadrawing room, parlor, parlour
- 重点じゅうてんJuutenimportant point, emphasis, stress
- 信ずるしんずるShinzuruto believe, to believe in, to place trust in
- 水蒸気すいじょうきSuijoukiwater vapour, water vapor, steam
- ずらりZurariin a row, in a line
- 雨戸あまどAmadosliding storm shutter
- 開会かいかいKaikaiopening of a meeting
- 休講きゅうこうKyuukoucancellation (of a lecture, class, etc.)
- 御中おんちゅうOnchuu... and Company, Messrs, for the attention of ...
- 測量そくりょうSokuryoumeasurement, surveying
- 民謡みんようMinyoufolk song, popular song
- 短編たんぺんTanpenshort story, short film, short poem
- エチケットEchikettopoliteness, good manners, courtesy
- 半島はんとうHantoupeninsula
- 無地むじMujiplain, unfigured, patternless
- 夕立ゆうだちYuudachi(sudden, heavy) shower (on a summer afternoon or evening), evening shower
- 百科事典ひゃっかじてんHyakkajitenencyclopedia, encyclopaedia
- 紙屑かみくずKamikuzuwastepaper, scrap of paper, paper scraps
- セメントSementocement
- 工芸こうげいKougeiindustrial arts, craft
- 更けるふけるFukeruto get late, to advance, to wear on
- 始終しじゅうShijuucontinuously, from beginning to end, from first to last
- 時間割じかんわりJikanwaritimetable (esp. a weekly school timetable), schedule
- 自衛じえいJieiself-defense, self-defence
- 体系たいけいTaikeisystem, organization, organisation
- 書留かきとめKakitomeregistered mail, registered post, registration (of mail)
- 悠々ゆうゆうYuuyuuquiet, calm, leisurely
- のろのろNoronoroslowly, sluggishly
- 圧縮あっしゅくAsshukucompression
- 汲むくむKumuto draw (water), to ladle, to dip up
- 生長せいちょうSeichougrowth (of a plant)
- 断水だんすいDansuisuspension of water supply, water outage
- 地質ちしつChishitsugeological features
- 寝台しんだいShindaibed, couch
- くっ付けるくっつけるKuttsukeruto attach, to stick together, to paste
- レジャーRejaaleisure
- 下車げしゃGeshaalighting (from a train, bus, etc.), getting off, getting out (of a car)
- 下旬げじゅんGejunlast third of a month, 21st to the last day of a month
- 快晴かいせいKaiseiclear weather, cloudless weather, good weather
- 公害こうがいKougaipollution, public nuisance, contamination
- 下降かこうKakoudescent, fall, drop
- 作製さくせいSakuseimanufacture, production
- 話し合いはなしあいHanashiaidiscussion, talk, tête-à-tête
- 課程かていKateicourse, curriculum
- 偶数ぐうすうGuusuueven number
- 寝巻きねまきNemakinightclothes, nightwear, sleepwear
- 着替えきがえKigaechanging clothes, change of clothes
- 錆さびSabirust
- レインコートReinkootoraincoat, mackintosh, macintosh
- 文体ぶんたいBuntailiterary style
- 文脈ぶんみゃくBunmyakucontext (of a passage), line of thought
- 凭れるもたれるMotareruto lean against, to lean on, to recline on
- 広々ひろびろHirobiroextensive, spacious
- 分数ぶんすうBunsuufraction
- 拵えるこしらえるKoshiraeruto make, to manufacture, to fabricate
- 掛け算かけざんKakezanmultiplication
- ペンチPenchicutting pliers, lineman's pliers, combination pliers
- ローマ字ローマじRoomajiLatin alphabet, Roman alphabet
- 活字かつじKatsuji(piece of) type, movable type, moveable type
- 直通ちょくつうChokutsuudirect line, direct communication, connecting directly
- 瓶詰めびんづめBinzumebottling
- 飢饉ききんKikinfamine, crop failure
- スチュワーデスSuchuwaadesustewardess, (female) flight attendant
- 緯度いどIdolatitude
- 乾電池かんでんちKandenchidry cell battery
- 初級しょきゅうShokyuuelementary level, beginner level
- 体積たいせきTaisekicapacity, volume
- 淡水たんすいTansuifresh water (i.e. not salt water)
- 点くつくTsukuto be lit (of a lamp, burner, etc.), to catch fire, to ignite
- 引き算ひきざんHikizansubtraction
- テニスコートTenisukoototennis court
- 概論がいろんGaironintroduction, outline, general remarks
- 経度けいどKeidolongitude
- 五十音ごじゅうおんGojuuonthe Japanese syllabary
- 実例じつれいJitsureiexample, illustration, precedent
- 熟語じゅくごJukugokanji compound
- 図形ずけいZukeifigure, shape, graphic
- 生ずるしょうずるShouzuruto produce, to yield, to cause
- 速力そくりょくSokuryokuspeed
- 直角ちょっかくChokkakuright angle
- 特色とくしょくTokushokucharacteristic, (distinctive) feature, peculiarity
- 農産物のうさんぶつNousanbutsuagricultural produce
- 農村のうそんNousonagricultural community, farm village
- 複写ふくしゃFukushacopying, duplication, reproduction
- 閉会へいかいHeikaiclosure (of a ceremony, event, meeting, etc.)
- 放れるはなれるHanareruto get free (from), to be freed, to be released
- ウールUuruwool
- 拡充かくじゅうKakujuuexpansion
- 四角しかくShikakuquadrilateral, square
- 縞しまShimastripe, bar, streak
- 縮れるちぢれるChijireruto be wavy, to be curled, to be frizzled
- 上旬じょうじゅんJoujunfirst third of a month, first ten days of a month
- 随筆ずいひつZuihitsuessays, miscellaneous writings, literary jottings
- 千切るちぎるChigiruto tear to pieces, to tear to shreds, to tear up
- 送料そうりょうSouryoupostage, carriage, shipping charge
- 秤はかりHakariscales, weighing machine
- 列島れっとうRettouarchipelago, chain of islands
- 温帯おんたいOntaitemperate zone
- 課税かぜいKazeitaxation
- 幾分いくぶんIkubunsomewhat, to some extent, to some degree
- 区分くぶんKubundivision, section, demarcation
- 助教授じょきょうじゅJokyoujuassistant professor, associate professor
- 楕円だえんDaenellipse, oval
- 鉄橋てっきょうTekkyourailway bridge, iron bridge
- 特長とくちょうTokuchoustrong point, forte, merit
- 独りでにひとりでにHitorideniby itself, automatically, naturally
- 感ずるかんずるKanzuruto feel, to sense, to experience
- ビルディングBirudeingumulti-floor building, multi-storey building, tall building
- レクリエーションRekurieeshonrecreation
- 差し引きさしひきSashihikideduction, subtraction, balance
- 振り仮名ふりがなFuriganafurigana, kana printed above or next to kanji to indicate pronunciation
- 瀬戸物せとものSetomonoearthenware, porcelain, china
- 送別そうべつSoubetsufarewell, send-off
- 中旬ちゅうじゅんChuujunmiddle ten days of a month, 11th to 20th day of a month
- 中性ちゅうせいChuuseineutrality (incl. chemical, electrical, etc.), indifference
- 盆地ぼんちBonchibasin (e.g. between mountains)
- 銘々めいめいMeimeieach, individual
- 目次もくじMokujitable of contents, contents
- 貸間かしまKashimaroom to let, room for rent
- 英和えいわEiwaEnglish-Japanese
- 円周えんしゅうEnshuucircumference
- 応接おうせつOusetsureception (e.g. of visitors), dealing with
- 原始げんしGenshiorigin, beginning, genesis
- 社説しゃせつShasetsueditorial, leading article, leader
- 食塩しょくえんShokuentable salt
- 対照たいしょうTaishoucontrast, antithesis, comparison
- 貸家かしやKashiyahouse for rent
- 形容詞けいようしKeiyoushiadjective, i-adjective (in Japanese)
- 正味しょうみShouminet (amount), clear, full (e.g. working hours)
- 定期券ていきけんTeikikencommuter pass, season ticket
- 羊毛ようもうYoumouwool
- 零点れいてんReitenzero (points, marks), no marks
- 割り算わりざんWarizandivision
- 道順みちじゅんMichijunroute, way, course
- 回数券かいすうけんKaisuukencoupon tickets, discount tickets, book of tickets
- 祭日さいじつSaijitsunational holiday, festival day
- 初旬しょじゅんShojunfirst 10 days of the month
- 赤道せきどうSekidouequator
- 符号ふごうFugousign, mark, symbol
- 容積ようせきYousekicapacity, volume
- 要旨ようしYoushi(main) point, gist, key points
- 貸出かしだしKashidashilending, loaning
- ブラシBurashibrush
- 割合にわりあいにWariainicomparatively
- 人造じんぞうJinzouartificial, man-made, imitation
- 船便ふなびんFunabinsurface mail (by ship), sea mail
- 流域りゅういきRyuuikidrainage basin, catchment basin, river basin
- 論ずるろんずるRonzuruto discuss, to talk about, to deal with (a topic)
- 締め切りしめきりShimekirideadline, closing, cut-off
- 応ずるおうずるOuzuruto answer, to respond, to meet
- オートメーションOotomeeshonautomation
- プラットホームPurattohoomuplatform
- ラッシュアワーRasshuawaarush hour
- 合理ごうりGourirationality
- 腰掛けこしかけKoshikakeseat, bench
- 自然科学しぜんかがくShizenkagakunatural science
- 増減ぞうげんZougenincrease and decrease, fluctuation
- 能率のうりつNouritsuefficiency
- 免税めんぜいMenzeitax exemption, duty exemption
- ちり紙ちりがみChirigamitissue paper, toilet paper
- まごまごMagomagoconfused, flustered, at a loss
- 仮名遣いかなづかいKanazukaikana orthography, syllabary spelling
- 句読点くとうてんKutoutenpunctuation mark
- 社会科学しゃかいかがくShakaikagakusocial science
- 漸くようやくYouyakufinally, at last
- 払い込むはらいこむHaraikomuto deposit, to pay in
- 鳴らすならすNarasuto ring, to sound, to chime
- 書き取りかきとりKakitoriwriting down from other written material, writing kanji text from hiragana
- タイヤTaiyatire, tyre
- 却ってかえってKaetteon the contrary, rather, instead
- 四つ角よつかどYotsukadofour corners
- 人文科学じんぶんかがくJinbunkagakuhumanities, arts
- 整数せいすうSeisuuinteger
- 抽象ちゅうしょうChuushouabstraction
- 著すあらわすArawasuto write, to publish
- 長短ちょうたんChoutan(relative) length
- 副詞ふくしFukushiadverb
- 溶かすとかすTokasuto melt, to liquefy, to thaw
- 領収りょうしゅうRyoushuureceipt (of money), receiving
- 乗り換えのりかえNorikaetransfer (trains, buses, etc.), change, connection
- 剥がすはがすHagasuto tear off, to peel off, to rip off
- だらし無いだらしないDarashinaislovenly (appearance, work, etc.), sloppy, untidy
- オイルOiruoil, petroleum
- コックKokkucook, chef
- センチSenchicentimeter, centimetre
- ダイアグラムDaiaguramudiagram
- テンポTenpotempo
- ミシンMishinsewing machine
- 下らないくだらないKudaranaitrivial, trifling, insignificant
- 改めてあらためてAratameteanother time, again, over again
- 乾かすかわかすKawakasuto dry (clothes, etc.), to desiccate
- 漢和かんわKanwaChina and Japan
- 驚かすおどろかすOdorokasuto surprise, to frighten, to create a stir
- 群れむれMuregroup, crowd, flock
- 見出しみだしMidashiheading, headline, title
- 耕地こうちKouchiarable land, plantation, farmland
- 恨みうらみUramiresentment, grudge, malice
- 催しもよおしMoyooshievent, festivities, function
- 索引さくいんSakuinindex (in a book)
- 散らすちらすChirasuto scatter, to cause a shower of
- 出迎えでむかえDemukaemeeting, reception
- 出来上がりできあがりDekiagaricompletion, finish
- 小数しょうすうShousuufraction (part of), decimal fraction
- 照らすてらすTerasuto shine on, to illuminate
- 上りのぼりNoboriascent, climbing, ascending (path)
- 飾りかざりKazaridecoration, ornament, trimmings
- 尻尾しっぽShippotail (of an animal)
- 図表ずひょうZuhyouchart, diagram, graph
- 酔っ払いよっぱらいYopparaidrunkard
- 絶えずたえずTaezuconstantly, always, continually
- 狙いねらいNeraiaim (of a gun, bow, etc.)
- 送り仮名おくりがなOkuriganakana written after a kanji to complete the full (usually kun) reading of the word, declensional kana ending
- 単数たんすうTansuusingle, one
- 潰れるつぶれるTsubureruto be crushed, to be squashed, to be smashed
- 突き当たりつきあたりTsukiatariend (of a street, hallway, etc.)
- 日の入りひのいりHinoirisunset
- 売り切れうりきれUrikiresold-out
- 肘ひじHijielbow
- 膨らますふくらますFukuramasuto swell, to expand, to inflate
- 牧畜ぼくちくBokuchikustock-farming, livestock farming, cattle breeding
- 目覚ましめざましMezamashialarm clock
- 餅もちMochimochi, small rice cake made from glutinous rice
- 矢鱈やたらYataraindiscriminately, blindly, at random
- 和英わえいWaeiJapanese-English
- 組み合わせくみあわせKumiawasecombination, assortment, set
- 差し支えさしつかえSashitsukaehindrance, impediment
- 明々後日しあさってShiasattein three days' time, two days after tomorrow
- 絨毯じゅうたんJuutancarpet, rug, runner
- 問い合わせといあわせToiawaseinquiry, query, enquiry
- 果たしてはたしてHatashiteas was expected, just as one thought, sure enough
- 見かけみかけMikakeoutward appearance
- 済まないすまないSumanaiinexcusable, unjustifiable, unpardonable
- 点けるつけるTsukeruto turn on, to switch on, to light up
- 残らずのこらずNokorazuall, entirely, completely
- 麓ふもとFumotofoot (of a mountain or hill), bottom, base
- 恵まれるめぐまれるMegumareruto be blessed with, to be rich in, to abound in
- 初めましてはじめましてHajimemashitenice to meet you, I'm glad to make your acquaintance, how do you do?
- インキInkiink
Estimated JLPT levels — no official post-2010 lists exist (see dictionary).