JLPT N1: Understanding キャッチ (kyacchi) JLPT N1 Vocabulary キャッチ (kyacchi) Definition: 意味 catch; grasp; capture To physically seize or take hold of something in motion. To understand or grasp a concept, idea, or meaning. To attract someone’s attention or capture their interest. To receive or intercept something, such as a ball or a message. Often […]
JLPT N1: Understanding キーワード (kiiwaado) JLPT N1 Vocabulary キーワード (kiiwaado) Definition: 意味 keyword; key phrase A word or phrase that captures the essence of a topic, document, or search query. An important term or concept. A search term used to find information online. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji
JLPT N1: Understanding キープ (kīpu) JLPT N1 Vocabulary キープ (kīpu) Definition: 意味 keep; maintain; preserve; reserve To hold onto something, preventing it from being lost, changed, or taken. To maintain a certain state, condition, or position. To reserve something for future use. Type: Noun/Verb (Suru) Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji
JLPT N1: Mastering カンニング (kanningu) – Understanding Cheating in Japanese JLPT N1 Vocabulary カンニング (kanningu) Definition: 意味 Cheating (especially on an exam or test) The act of dishonestly gaining an advantage especially in an academic setting such as an exam or quiz, by violating established rules or regulations. This often involves secretly looking at notes,
JLPT N1: Mastering ガレージ (garēji) – Your Guide to Japanese Vocabulary JLPT N1 Vocabulary ガレージ (garēji) Definition: 意味 garage A building or part of a building where a vehicle, or vehicles, can be kept. Often used for parking cars, storage, or as a workshop. A place for parking a car, or where a car is
JLPT N1: Understanding カルテ (karute) – Your Guide to Medical Records in Japanese JLPT N1 Vocabulary カルテ (karute) Definition: 意味 medical record; patient’s chart A document containing a patient’s medical history, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and other relevant information, used by medical professionals in Japan. Derived from the German word ‘Karte’ (card), it refers to the
JLPT N1: Understanding カメラマン (kameraman) JLPT N1 Vocabulary カメラマン (kameraman) Definition: 意味 cameraman; photographer A professional who operates a camera for photography or videography. Often used in the context of news, film, television, or professional events. It is a gairaigo (loanword) derived from English “cameraman”. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words
JLPT N1: Understanding カムバック (kamubakku) JLPT N1 Vocabulary カムバック (kamubakku) Definition: 意味 comeback The act of returning to a former position of success, fame, health, or popularity. A return by a player or team to a better position in a match or competition, especially after being in a losing position. A return to a previous
JLPT N1: Understanding カクテル (Kakuteru) JLPT N1 Vocabulary カクテル (kakuteru) Definition: 意味 a mixed alcoholic drink A beverage made by mixing two or more ingredients, typically including alcoholic spirits with other drinks such as fruit juice, tonic water, or soda, often garnished and served in a special glass. It is commonly enjoyed in bars, restaurants,
JLPT N1: Mastering ガイドブック (gaidobukku) JLPT N1 Vocabulary ガイドブック (gaidobukku) Definition: 意味 guidebook a book that provides information and guidance for travelers, tourists, or for a specific activity or place a travel guide Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 旅 (たび) – travel, journey 行 (こう) – go, journey
JLPT N1: Understanding オンライン (onrain) JLPT N1 Vocabulary オンライン (onrain) Definition: 意味 online Connected to a computer network, especially the internet. Available or accessible via a computer network. Relating to activities, services, or interactions that are performed through the internet. Type: Noun/Adjective (na-type) Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 電 (でん)
JLPT N1: Exploring 「オルタナティブ」- Meaning & Usage JLPT N1 Vocabulary オルタナティブ (orutanatibu) Definition: 意味 Alternative A choice or option that is different from what is usual or traditional. Can refer to things like alternative energy, alternative medicine, or alternative music. Often implies a non-mainstream or unconventional approach. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana
JLPT N1: Understanding オリエンテーション (orientation) JLPT N1 Vocabulary オリエンテーション (orienteeshon) Definition: 意味 orientation; guidance; introduction a program or meeting designed to introduce and familiarize new members (students, employees, etc.) to an organization, institution, or situation an introductory session providing information and guidance Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 説
JLPT N1: Understanding オフ (ofu) JLPT N1 Vocabulary オフ (ofu) Definition: 意味 Off; Day Off A state of being turned off or disconnected. Often refers to electronic devices or power supply. A day off, a holiday, or time away from work or school. Refers to the off-season or off-peak period. Applicable for activities or events.
JLPT N1: Mastering オートマチック (Ootomachikku) – Understanding “Automatic” JLPT N1 Vocabulary オートマチック (ootomachikku) Definition: 意味 Automatic Refers to something that operates by itself, without manual intervention. Often used for machines, vehicles, or processes. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 自 (じ) – self 動 (どう) – move 機 (き)
JLPT N1: Mastering オーケー (Ōkē) – Japanese for “OK” JLPT N1 Vocabulary オーケー (ōkē) Definition: 意味 OK, All right, Fine Acceptable Agreed No problem Understood Permission granted Type: Adjectival Noun / Interjection Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 提 (てい) – propose, present 案 (あん) – plan, idea 荷 (に) –
JLPT N1: Master the Elegance of 「エレガント」 (ereganto) JLPT N1 Vocabulary エレガント (ereganto) Definition: 意味 Elegant, graceful, stylish Displaying refined taste, beauty, and grace. Characterized by a pleasing style, movement, or appearance. Sophisticated and tasteful in manner or design. Type: 形容動詞 (Na-adjective) Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 美 (び) –
JLPT N1: Understanding エアメール (Eameeru) JLPT N1 Vocabulary エアメール (eameeru) Definition: 意味 airmail Mail sent by air for faster delivery. Often used in the context of international mail. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 郵 (ゆう) – mail 便 (びん) – convenience, mail, flight 航 (こう) – navigate, fly
JLPT N1: Understanding ウイルス (uirusu) – The Word for ‘Virus’ JLPT N1 Vocabulary ウイルス (uirusu) Definition: 意味 virus A microscopic infectious agent that replicates only inside the living cells of an organism. A harmful computer program or code that infects a computer and affects its operation. Often used in medical, biological, and computer science contexts.
JLPT N1: Understanding インフレ (infure) – Inflation JLPT N1 Vocabulary インフレ (infure) Definition: 意味 inflation A general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money. Often discussed in economic news and financial contexts when talking about rising costs. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 物 (ぶつ)
