JLPT N1: Unraveling the Nuances of 生臭い (Namagusai) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 生臭い 【なまぐさい】 (namagusai) Definition: 意味 Smelling of raw fish or meat; bloody; vulgar; unpleasant Having a strong, often unpleasant, smell associated with raw fish, raw meat, or blood. Figuratively, it can describe something vulgar, worldly, or morally questionable. It implies a sense of crudeness, […]
JLPT N1: Mastering 何げない (nanigenai) – The Art of Unintentionality JLPT N1 Vocabulary 何気ない 【なにげない】 (nanigenai) Definition: 意味 casual; unintentional; spontaneous Describing an action, remark, or attitude that is done without particular intention, or appearing to be unplanned or natural. It can also imply a sense of nonchalance or thoughtlessness, often in a neutral or
JLPT N1: Mastering 名高い (nadakai) – Famous and Renowned JLPT N1 Vocabulary 名高い 【なだかい】 (nadakai) Definition: 意味 famous, renowned well-known celebrated of high repute Type: Adjective (い-adjective) Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 名 (な) – name, reputation 高 (たかい) – high, tall 知 (しる) – know 著 (いちじるしい)
JLPT N1: Understanding 情け深い (nasakebukai) – Compassionate JLPT N1 Vocabulary 情け深い 【なさけぶかい】 (nasakebukai) Definition: 意味 compassionate, tender-hearted, merciful Describes a person who is kind, sympathetic, and readily shows mercy or pity towards others. Often implies a deep understanding and emotional connection to the suffering or needs of others. Used to characterize someone who is genuinely
JLPT N1: Understanding 情けない (nasakenai) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 情けない 【なさけない】 (nasakenai) Definition: 意味 pathetic; shameful; pitiable lacking spirit; deplorable; miserable pitiful; contemptible; disgraceful to be in a sorry state or condition Type: I-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 情 (じょう) – emotion, feeling 無 (む) – nothing, without
JLPT N1: Understanding 乏しい (toboshii) – Describing Scarcity and Deficiency JLPT N1 Vocabulary 乏しい 【とぼしい】 (toboshii) Definition: 意味 poor, scarce, lacking, meagre Used to describe something that is insufficient in quantity or quality. Often applies to resources, knowledge, experience, or abilities. Conveys a sense of inadequacy or deficiency in a broad range of contexts. Can
JLPT N1: Understanding 貴い (Taka i) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 貴い 【たかい】 (taka i) Definition: 意味 precious, valuable, noble, exalted Having great worth or importance Of high social standing or rank Held in high esteem or reverence Type: Adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 貴 (き) – precious 臣
JLPT N1 Vocabulary: Understanding 尊い (Tōtoi) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 尊い 【とうとい】 (tōtoi) Definition: 意味 Precious, noble, sacred Of great significance or value, revered. Held in high esteem, respected. Considered holy or divine, pure. Type: Adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 尊 (ソン) – revere 貴 (キ) – nobility
JLPT N1: Understanding でかい (dekai) – Huge & Enormous! JLPT N1 Vocabulary 大 【でかい】 (dekai) Definition: 意味 Huge, enormous, large Used to describe something that is exceptionally large in size or scale. Often carries a stronger emphasis than “おおきい” (ookii). Can sometimes imply impressiveness or even intimidation due to its size. Frequently used in spoken,
JLPT N1: Understanding だるい (darui) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 怠 【だるい】 (darui) Definition: 意味 Sluggish, languid, feeling unwell A general feeling of tiredness or lack of energy. Can describe both physical and mental states. Often implies a feeling of being heavy or slow. Type: Adjective (i-adjective) Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List
JLPT N1: Understanding だらしない (Darashinai) JLPT N1 Vocabulary だらしない 【だらしない】 (darashinai) Definition: 意味 sloppy, untidy, careless, loose (behavior) Describes someone who is not strict with themselves or others, leading to untidiness or lack of discipline. Can refer to physical untidiness, like a messy room or unkempt appearance. Can also describe a lack of moral discipline
JLPT N1 Vocabulary: Understanding 容易い (Yasui) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 容易い 【たやすい】 (yasui) Definition: 意味 easy; simple easily done without difficulty requiring little effort simple uncomplicated Type: Adjective (i-adjective) Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 容 (ヨウ) – appear, contain, grant 易 (イ) – easy, simplicity 難 (ナン) – difficult
JLPT N1: Understanding たくましい (takumashii) JLPT N1 Vocabulary たくましい 【たくましい】 (takumashii) Definition: 意味 strong, muscular, tough, resilient Having a strong and healthy body, often implying a robust physique. Mentally strong and resilient, able to withstand difficulties. Implies toughness and durability. Type: Adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 強
JLPT N1 Vocabulary: Understanding そっけない (sokkenai) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 素っ気ない 【そっけない】 (sokkenai) Definition: 意味 cold, unfriendly, curt Lacking warmth or friendliness in speech or behavior. Abrupt or brief, often in a way that suggests disinterest. Giving a dismissive or indifferent response. Type: Adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji
JLPT N1: Understanding 切ない (Setsunai) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 切ない 【せつない】 (setsunai) Definition: 意味 poignant; heart-rending; distressing A feeling of deep sadness or longing, often mixed with a sense of pain or ache. Can describe a situation, memory, or emotion that evokes a strong sense of melancholy or bittersweetness. Often associated with unfulfilled love, lost opportunities,
JLPT N1 Vocabulary: Understanding 素早い (subayai) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 素早い 【すばやい】 (subayai) Definition: 意味 quick, agile, swift Describing movements or actions that are fast and nimble. Can also describe a quick-witted or sharp mind. Type: Adjective (i-adjective) Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 素 (す) – element, raw material
JLPT N1: Understanding すばしこい (subashikoi) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 素早い 【すばしこい】 (subashikoi) Definition: 意味 quick; nimble; agile Refers to physical quickness and agility in movement. Can also describe quickness of thought or response. Often used to describe animals or people who move skillfully and rapidly. Type: Adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary
JLPT N1: Understanding 清々しい (sugugashii) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 清々しい 【すがすがしい】 (sugugashii) Definition: 意味 refreshing, invigorating, clear and refreshing feeling refreshed and invigorated, often after a good rest or a change in atmosphere clear and crisp, typically used to describe weather or air mentally clear and free from worries or burdens Type: Adjective (i-adjective) Level: JLPT
JLPT N1 Vocabulary: Understanding ずうずうしい (zūzūshii) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 図図しい 【ずうずうしい】 (zūzūshii) Definition: 意味 shameless, insolent, impudent, audacious acting without shame or reserve being unreasonably demanding lacking consideration for others behaving in an unashamedly bold or intrusive way Type: Adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 図 (ズ) –
JLPT N1 Vocabulary: Mastering しぶとい (shibutoi) – Tenacious and Persistent! JLPT N1 Vocabulary 渋い 【しぶとい】 (shibutoi) Definition: 意味 Tenacious, persistent, stubborn, resilient Refers to someone or something that is difficult to get rid of or defeat. Implies a strong will and refusal to give up easily. Can describe a person’s stubbornness or a situation’s difficult
