JLPT N1: Understanding 質素 (shisso) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 質素 【しっそ】 (shisso) Definition: 意味 simplicity, plainness, modesty The state of being simple, unadorned, or modest in appearance, lifestyle, or manner. Absence of luxury or extravagance. Type: な-adjective, Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 質 (しつ) – quality, matter 素 […]
JLPT N1: Understanding 自在 (jizai) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 自在 【じざい】 (jizai) Definition: 意味 freely, at will, unrestricted freedom of action; unconstrained; having full control; freely; at will; without hindrance Type: Adjectival Noun (Na-adjective), Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 自 (じ) – self 在 (ざい) – exist 由
JLPT N1: Mastering 残酷 (zankoku) – Cruel and Brutal JLPT N1 Vocabulary 残酷 【ざんこく】 (zankoku) Definition: 意味 cruel, brutal, merciless Lacking compassion or pity, causing severe pain or suffering intentionally; unfeeling or merciless behavior or situations; Type: Noun, Na-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 残 (ざん) – remaining,
JLPT N1: Mastering the Nuances of 雑 (zatsu) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 雑 【ざつ】 (zatsu) Definition: 意味 rough; crude; sloppy; careless; miscellaneous; mixed Lacking in precision or refinement; coarse; rough. Done carelessly or without attention to detail; sloppy. Comprising various unrelated elements; mixed or miscellaneous. Not neat or orderly; untidy in arrangement or execution. Of low
JLPT N1: Mastering 細心 (saishin) – The Art of Meticulousness JLPT N1 Vocabulary 細心 【さいしん】 (saishin) Definition: 意味 Meticulous, careful, discreet Being extremely careful and paying close attention to minor details Exercising utmost caution and prudence in one’s actions or thoughts Having a scrupulous and conscientious approach to tasks Type: Noun, な-adjective Level: JLPT N1
JLPT N1: Understanding 固有 (koyuu) – Inherent and Unique JLPT N1 Vocabulary 固有 【こゆう】 (koyuu) Definition: 意味 inherent; peculiar; unique; characteristic; intrinsic Something that naturally belongs to or exists within a particular thing, or is essential to its nature. A characteristic or quality that is intrinsic to a specific entity, distinguishing it from others. Original
JLPT N1: Mastering 細やか (komayaka) – Nuance and Detail JLPT N1 Vocabulary 細やか 【こまやか】 (komayaka) Definition: 意味 meticulous, delicate, subtle, thoughtful, tender Being minute, fine, or detailed; often used for patterns or textures. Describing subtle or delicate nuances, like in emotions or artistic expressions. Indicating careful, thoughtful, or tender attitudes and considerations towards others. Type:
JLPT N1: Understanding 粉々 (konagona) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 粉々 【こなごな】 (konagona) Definition: 意味 in tiny pieces; smashed to smithereens Refers to something being broken into very small fragments or powder. Often used to describe a state of complete destruction or shattering. Can also imply something being thoroughly crushed or pulverized. Type: Adjectival Noun / Noun
JLPT N1: Understanding 孤独 (kodoku) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 孤独 【こどく】 (kodoku) Definition: 意味 loneliness, isolation a state of being solitary or without companionship, often implying a feeling of sadness or detachment Type: Noun, Na-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 孤 (こ) – alone, orphan 独 (どく) – alone,
JLPT N1: Understanding 滑稽 (kokkei) – Funny & Comical JLPT N1 Vocabulary 滑稽 【こっけい】 (kokkei) Definition: 意味 funny; comical; ludicrous; ridiculous Describing something or someone that causes laughter due to being amusingly strange or absurd. Often implies a sense of humor that is light-hearted or playfully absurd. Can also convey a sense of something being
JLPT N1: Understanding 小柄 (kogara) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 小柄 【こがら】 (kogara) Definition: 意味 small build; short stature Describes a person’s physical build as being small or having a short height/stature. Type: Noun, Na-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 小 (しょう) – small 柄 (がら) – pattern, build 身
JLPT N1: Mastering 巧妙 (kōmyō) – Skillful and Clever JLPT N1 Vocabulary 巧妙 【こうみょう】 (kōmyō) Definition: 意味 skillful; clever; ingenious Describing something that is done with great skill, ingenuity, or cleverness, often in a way that is elaborate, intricate, or subtle. Implies a high degree of technical mastery or creative problem-solving. Type: Adjectival Noun (Na-adjective)
JLPT N1: Mastering 好評 (kōhyō) – Favorable Reviews & Popularity JLPT N1 Vocabulary 好評 【こうひょう】 (kōhyō) Definition: 意味 favorable reception; popularity a good reputation or public opinion favorable reception; being well-received popularity; critical acclaim Type: Noun, Adjectival Noun (な-adjective) Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 好 (こう) – good,
JLPT N1: Mastering 好調 (kouchou) – Good Condition, Favorable, Successful JLPT N1 Vocabulary 好調 【こうちょう】 (kouchou) Definition: 意味 good condition; favorable; successful Refers to a state of being good, favorable, or successful. Commonly used to describe business performance, health, or progress. It signifies that things are advancing smoothly and positively. Can function as a noun
JLPT N1: Exploring the Vastness of 広大 (koudai) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 広大 【こうだい】 (koudai) Definition: 意味 vast; immense; extensive; magnificent Describes something of extremely wide extent or size, often implying grandeur or majesty. Used to express the impressive scale or breadth of something, like land, sky, or even concepts. Can also refer to something magnificent
JLPT N1: Understanding 公然 (kōzen) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 公然 【こうぜん】 (kōzen) Definition: 意味 public; open; overt in public; openly; overtly without concealment or secrecy conducted or existing in a way that is visible or accessible to everyone Type: Noun, Adverb Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 公 (おおやけ) –
JLPT N1: Understanding 高尚 (koushou) – Elevated and Refined JLPT N1 Vocabulary 高尚 【こうしょう】 (koushou) Definition: 意味 noble, elevated, refined, lofty Having high moral or intellectual standards. Being of a high quality or taste, refined. Not vulgar or trivial. Type: な-adjective, Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 高
JLPT N1: Mastering 「倹約」 (Kenyaku) – The Art of Thrift JLPT N1 Vocabulary 倹約 【けんやく】 (kenyaku) Definition: 意味 thrift, economizing, saving The act of reducing unnecessary expenses and avoiding waste. Living frugally and managing resources carefully. Type: Noun, Suru-verb Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 倹 (けん) – frugal,
JLPT N1: Understanding 賢明 (kenmei) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 賢明 【けんめい】 (kenmei) Definition: 意味 wise, sagacious, clever Having or showing good judgment and intelligence Prudent or sensible in action and decision making Type: な-adjective, Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 賢 (かしこい) – wise, clever 明 (あかるい) – bright,
JLPT N1: Mastering 厳密 (genmitsu) – Precision and Strictness JLPT N1 Vocabulary 厳密 【げんみつ】 (genmitsu) Definition: 意味 strict, precise, rigorous Strict, exact, or precise in every detail; Lacking in any deviation or leniency; Rigorous and thorough. Type: Noun, Na-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 厳 (げん) – strict,
