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JLPT N1: Understanding 渋い (shibui) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 渋い 【しぶい】 (shibui) Definition: 意味 astringent; bitter; severe; austere; refined; stylish astringent (taste) bitter (taste) uncompromising; unyielding severe; harsh austere; simple; unadorned refined; sophisticated (style, taste) cool; chic; stylish (appearance, personality) stingy; tight-fisted (colloquial) difficult; tough (situation, task) Type: Adjective (i-adjective) Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT […]

JLPT N1 Vocabulary: Understanding 好ましい (konomashii) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 好ましい 【このましい】 (konomashii) Definition: 意味 preferred, likable, agreeable being preferred over others being desirable or welcome being pleasant or agreeable being worthy of approval fitting or suitable Type: Adjective (i-adjective) Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 好 (コウ) – good,

JLPT N1: Understanding 快い (kokoroyoi) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 快い 【こころよい】 (kokoroyoi) Definition: 意味 pleasant; agreeable; comfortable Describes a feeling or sensation that is pleasing, comfortable, or agreeable. Can be used for physical sensations (e.g., a pleasant breeze) or mental states (e.g., a pleasant conversation). Type: I-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary

JLPT N1: Understanding 心細い (kokorobosoi) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 心細い 【こころぼそい】 (kokorobosoi) Definition: 意味 lonely; helpless; disheartened Feeling uneasy, anxious, or lonely due to a lack of support or companionship. To feel helpless or vulnerable in an unfamiliar situation or without someone reliable. A sense of being disheartened or discouraged, often accompanied by a feeling of

JLPT N1: Understanding 心強い (kokorozuyoi) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 心強い 【こころづよい】 (kokorozuyoi) Definition: 意味 reassuring; heartening; reliable Feeling secure or encouraged due to someone’s presence, support, or a favorable situation. Having a sense of relief or confidence. Reliable and dependable, giving peace of mind. Type: I-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List

JLPT N1: Mastering 心地よい (kokochiyoi) – Pleasant and Comfortable JLPT N1 Vocabulary 心地よい 【ここちよい】 (kokochiyoi) Definition: 意味 pleasant, comfortable, agreeable Feeling physically or mentally comfortable and pleasant. Something that provides a sense of ease and satisfaction. Can describe sensations, environments, or experiences that are enjoyable. Type: I-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives

JLPT N1: Understanding 煙たい (kemutai) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 煙たい 【けむたい】 (kemutai) Definition: 意味 smoky; stifling (due to smoke); awkward; uncomfortable Having smoke irritating one’s eyes or nose; feeling suffocated or choked by smoke. Feeling awkward, uncomfortable, or constrained due to someone’s intimidating or formal presence, or a stiff atmosphere. Type: い-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary

JLPT N1: Understanding 汚らわしい (kegarawashii) – Disgusting & Repulsive JLPT N1 Vocabulary 汚らわしい 【けがらわしい】 (kegarawashii) Definition: 意味 Disgusting, filthy, repulsive Describes something that evokes strong feelings of disgust, revulsion, or contempt. Can refer to something physically dirty, unsanitary, or morally corrupt and despicable. Often used to express a strong sense of moral or aesthetic disapproval.

JLPT N1: Mastering くすぐったい (kusuguttai) – Ticklish & Awkward Feelings JLPT N1 Vocabulary 擽ったい 【くすぐったい】 (kusuguttai) Definition: 意味 ticklish; feeling awkward/embarrassed Describes the physical sensation of being tickled, often leading to laughter. Refers to a feeling of embarrassment or awkwardness, especially when receiving excessive praise or attention. Can also express a feeling of being flattered

JLPT N1: Understanding 決まり悪い (kimariwarui) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 決まり悪い 【きまりわるい】 (kimariwarui) Definition: 意味 embarrassed; awkward; ashamed; feeling out of place Feeling embarrassed or awkward due to a situation, often when one’s actions or presence cause discomfort, or when one is caught in an unfavorable light. It can also describe a situation that feels out of

JLPT N1: Mastering 夥しい (obitadashii) – Understanding “Vast” and “Countless” JLPT N1 Vocabulary 夥しい 【おびただしい】 (obitadashii) Definition: 意味 Vast; Immense; Countless; Tremendous Describes an overwhelmingly large number or amount, often implying a scale that is difficult to comprehend or manage. Can also convey an intense degree of something, like an emotion or effect. Often used

JLPT N1: Unveiling the Nuances of 「おっかない」 (Okkanai) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 恐い 【おっかない】 (okkanai) Definition: 意味 scary; frightening; dreadful Inducing a strong feeling of fear, terror, or apprehension, often suggesting a sense of danger or something ominous. Used to describe people, situations, or objects that cause dread or alarm. Type: I-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary

JLPT N1: Understanding うっとうしい (uttoushii) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 鬱陶しい 【うっとうしい】 (uttoushii) Definition: 意味 Gloomy, dismal, depressing, annoying, bothersome Describes weather that is dreary, oppressive, or prolonged, such as a long rainy season, making one feel down. Refers to a mood or atmosphere that is heavy, cheerless, or melancholic, causing a feeling of depression. Used to

JLPT N1: Understanding 嫌らしい (iyarashii) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 嫌らしい 【いやらしい】 (iyarashii) Definition: 意味 unpleasant; disagreeable Nasty or disgusting in appearance or behavior. Lewd, indecent, or suggestive remarks. Sly, cunning, or insidious in a negative way. Type: い-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 嫌 (いや) – dislike; hate 悪

JLPT N1: Understanding 卑しい (iyashii) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 卑しい 【いやしい】 (iyashii) Definition: 意味 despicable; vulgar; lowly Describing something or someone as morally base, contemptible, or ignoble. Referring to a low social standing or humble position. Used to describe behavior that is greedy, stingy, or sordid. Can also mean unrefined or common, lacking in dignity. Type:

JLPT N1: Understanding 著しい (ichijirushii) – Remarkable & Significant JLPT N1 Vocabulary 著しい 【いちじるしい】 (ichijirushii) Definition: 意味 remarkable, striking, significant, considerable Something that is very noticeable or obvious due to its large degree or extent. Indicates a significant difference, change, or impact. Often used for changes that stand out, either positively or negatively. Type: い-adjective

JLPT N1: Understanding 潔い (isagiyoi) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 潔い 【いさぎよい】 (isagiyoi) Definition: 意味 To be resolute, graceful, magnanimous, or honorable in facing a situation. Accepting one’s fate or responsibility without complaint. Without hesitation or clinging to the past. Showing a dignified and pure attitude. Especially when admitting defeat or making a difficult decision. Being straightforward

JLPT N1: Master the Nuances of 荒っぽい (arappoi) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 荒っぽい 【あらっぽい】 (arappoi) Definition: 意味 Rough; rude; wild; violent; crude Describes actions, behaviors, or manners that are unrefined, forceful, or lacking gentleness. Can refer to a person’s personality, methods, or physical actions. Implies a lack of politeness, delicacy, or carefulness. Often used to describe

JLPT N1: Understanding あっけない (Akkenai) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 呆気ない 【あっけない】 (akkenai) Definition: 意味 Too quick; too brief; disappointing Describes something that ends or passes too quickly Often leading to a feeling of disappointment or anticlimax. It implies a lack of expected excitement, depth, or duration. Something that is unsatisfyingly short or simple. Type: い-adjective Level:

JLPT N1: Understanding 浅ましい (ashamashii) – Shameful, Sordid, Despicable JLPT N1 Vocabulary 浅ましい 【あさましい】 (ashamashii) Definition: 意味 Shameful, sordid, despicable Lacking in dignity or integrity; base; ignoble. Miserable, wretched, or pathetic. Often implies pity mixed with contempt. Greedy, avaricious, or grasping. Sordid, squalid, or mean. Type: I-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives