JLPT N2: Mastering 慎重 (shinchou) – Being Careful and Prudent JLPT N2 Vocabulary 慎重 【しんちょう】 (shinchou) Definition: 意味 careful, cautious, prudent Acting with great care and attention to avoid mistakes or risks. Being thoughtful and hesitant before taking action, considering all potential consequences. A state of being discreet and circumspect in one’s actions and decisions. […]
JLPT N2: Mastering 新鮮 (shinsen) – Freshness Explained JLPT N2 Vocabulary 新鮮 【しんせん】 (shinsen) Definition: 意味 fresh; new Refers to the state of being recently made, gathered, or obtained, and therefore not spoiled or stale. Can also describe something that is novel or original, bringing a new perspective or idea. Often used for food (fresh
JLPT N2: Mastering 正直 (shoujiki) – Honest, Frank, and Straightforward JLPT N2 Vocabulary 正直 【しょうじき】 (shoujiki) Definition: 意味 honest, frank, straightforward truthful, upright, candid sincere, fair-minded without deceit or pretense Type: Na-adjective, Adverb Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N2 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 正 (ショウ, セイ) – correct, justice 直 (チョク, ジキ) –
JLPT N2: Mastering 正常 (seijō) – Normal, Regular, Ordinary JLPT N2 Vocabulary 正常 【せいじょう】 (seijō) Definition: 意味 normal, regular, ordinary The state of being ordinary or typical. Absence of abnormalities or problems. Conforming to an expected standard or rule. Type: Na-adjective, Noun Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N2 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 正
JLPT N2: Mastering 真剣 (shinken) – Being Serious and Earnest JLPT N2 Vocabulary 真剣 【しんけん】 (shinken) Definition: 意味 serious; earnest; grave Being serious or earnest in one’s attitude, efforts, or actions. Focusing intently on something with a sense of gravity or importance. Often implies a lack of playfulness or lightheartedness. Type: Na-adjective, Noun Level: JLPT
JLPT N2: Understanding 消極的 (shoukyokuteki) – Being Passive or Unenthusiastic JLPT N2 Vocabulary 消極的 【しょうきょくてき】 (shoukyokuteki) Definition: 意味 passive; negative; unenthusiastic; unassertive Lacking initiative or assertiveness; not actively participating. Having a reserved or hesitant attitude, often avoiding taking action. Showing a lack of enthusiasm or interest in something. Tending to be pessimistic or unmotivated. The
JLPT N2: Understanding 深刻 (shinkoku) – Serious, Grave, Severe JLPT N2 Vocabulary 深刻 【しんこく】 (shinkoku) Definition: 意味 serious, grave, severe Describes situations, problems, conditions, or issues. Indicates a state that is serious, grave, or severe in nature. Often implies a negative or difficult predicament requiring significant attention. Type: な-adjective Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT
JLPT N2: Mastering 重大 (juudai) – Serious and Important JLPT N2 Vocabulary 重大 【じゅうだい】 (juudai) Definition: 意味 serious; important; grave; crucial Refers to something that is of great importance or has significant consequences. Often used to describe situations, problems, or decisions that are critical and cannot be taken lightly. Implies a sense of weightiness, gravity,
JLPT N2: Mastering 十分 (jūbun) – Enough & Fully! JLPT N2 Vocabulary 十分 【じゅうぶん】 (jūbun) Definition: 意味 enough, sufficient; fully, perfectly Expresses that something is in an ample or adequate quantity. Indicates that a condition is completely met or achieved. Often used to express satisfaction or completeness. Type: Adverb, Adjectival Noun Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary
JLPT N2: Understanding 主要 (shuyou) – Main, Principal JLPT N2 Vocabulary 主要 【しゅよう】 (shuyou) Definition: 意味 main, principal, important, major main, principal, important, major refers to something that is central, essential, or of great significance. Often used to describe key roles, main reasons, or major components. Type: Noun, Na-adjective Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT
JLPT N2: Mastering 器用 (kiyō) – Skillful & Handy JLPT N2 Vocabulary 器用 【きよう】 (kiyō) Definition: 意味 skillful, handy, dextrous good with one’s hands clever adroit deft nimble Type: 形容動詞 (Keiyoudoushi – Adjectival Noun) Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N2 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 器 (うつわ) – container, vessel, talent 用 (もちいる) –
JLPT N2: Mastering 頑丈 (ganjou) – Sturdy & Robust JLPT N2 Vocabulary 頑丈 【がんじょう】 (ganjou) Definition: 意味 Sturdy, robust, strong, durable Describes something built to withstand heavy use or impact. Implies not easily broken or damaged, having a strong construction. Can refer to physical objects, structures, or even a person’s build. Type: Adjectival Noun Level:
JLPT N2 Vocabulary: Mastering 残酷 (Zankoku) – Cruel, Brutal JLPT N2 Vocabulary 残酷 【ざんこく】 (zankoku) Definition: 意味 Cruel, Brutal, Ruthless Refers to being extremely harsh, severe, or merciless. Describes actions or situations that show a lack of compassion or sympathy towards others. Can be used to describe people, acts, or fates. Often evokes a strong
JLPT N2: Mastering 高等 (kōtō) – High-Grade & Advanced JLPT N2 Vocabulary 高等 【こうとう】 (kōtō) Definition: 意味 high-grade, advanced, higher (education) Refers to something that is of a high standard, advanced level, or superior quality. Often used in the context of education, specifically to describe ‘higher education’ (高等教育). Can also be used to indicate advanced
JLPT N2: Understanding 高度 (kōdo) JLPT N2 Vocabulary 高度 【こうど】 (kōdo) Definition: 意味 Altitude; high degree; advanced; sophisticated Altitude or height, especially when referring to an object’s elevation above sea level or a surface. A high degree or level of something, indicating intensity, quality, or extent. Advanced or sophisticated, often used to describe technology, skills,
JLPT N2: Mastering 高級 (kōkyū) – High Quality & Luxury JLPT N2 Vocabulary 高級 【こうきゅう】 (kōkyū) Definition: 意味 High-class; Luxury; Premium Refers to something of superior quality, status, or value. Often used to describe expensive and luxurious items, services, or places. Implies excellence, refinement, and a higher standard. Type: Noun, Adjectival Noun (Na-adjective) Level: JLPT
JLPT N2 Vocabulary: Mastering 豪華 (Gouka) – Luxurious & Splendid JLPT N2 Vocabulary 豪華 【ごうか】 (gouka) Definition: 意味 luxurious, splendid, gorgeous, extravagant Describing something as high-class, impressive, and often expensive. Referring to something grand or lavish in appearance and quality. Commonly used for hotels, meals, clothing, events, and decorations. Type: Na-adjective Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary
JLPT N2: Understanding 幸運 (kōun) JLPT N2 Vocabulary 幸運 【こううん】 (kōun) Definition: 意味 good luck, fortune A state or condition of experiencing a positive outcome or favorable circumstances, often without direct effort or expectation. The good fortune or serendipity that leads to desirable results. Type: Noun, な-adjective Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N2 Adjectives
JLPT N2: Mastering 強引 (gouin) – Forcible & Pushy JLPT N2 Vocabulary 強引 【ごういん】 (gouin) Definition: 意味 forcible, pushy, overbearing Acting in a way that uses force or is overly assertive. Characterized by strong-willed, persistent, and often unreasonable actions. To do something against someone’s will or without their full consent. Often implies a lack of
JLPT N2: Understanding 勝手 (katte) JLPT N2 Vocabulary 勝手 【かって】 (katte) Definition: 意味 selfish, arbitrary, convenience, one’s own way Selfishness, arbitrariness, egoism Acting without considering others One’s own convenience or circumstances (e.g., in `勝手が違う` or `勝手がいい/悪い`) Doing as one pleases, freely, or without permission (often used with `に` or `な`) A kitchen or scullery (less
