JLPT N1: Understanding チャック (Chakku) JLPT N1 Vocabulary チャック (chakku) Definition: 意味 zipper a fastener consisting of two rows of metal or plastic teeth on strips of fabric that are interlocked by a sliding tab, used to close or open openings in clothes, bags, etc. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words […]
JLPT N1: Understanding チャイム (chaimu) JLPT N1 Vocabulary チャイム (chaimu) Definition: 意味 chime; bell A device that produces a ringing or melodic tone. Commonly used for doorbells, school bells, and alarm clocks. Often indicates the start or end of an event or period. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji
JLPT N1: Understanding チェンジ (chenji) – To Change! JLPT N1 Vocabulary チェンジ (chenji) Definition: 意味 change The act of making something different or becoming different. To exchange one thing for another; a replacement. Often used in modern Japanese conversation for switching or altering something. Can be used as a noun or combined with する (suru)
JLPT N1: Mastering チームワーク (chiimuwaaku) – The Power of Teamwork JLPT N1 Vocabulary チームワーク (chiimuwaaku) Definition: 意味 teamwork The collaborative effort of a group to achieve a common goal. Working together effectively as a team. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 協 (きょう) – cooperation 力 (りょく) – power,
JLPT N1: Understanding ダンプ (danpu) JLPT N1 Vocabulary ダンプ (danpu) Definition: 意味 dump truck; to dump A large truck designed to transport loose material such as sand, gravel, or dirt, and “dump” it by tilting the bed. The act of discarding or unloading something in large quantities, often waste or unwanted items. In IT, it
JLPT N1: Understanding タレント (tarento) JLPT N1 Vocabulary タレント (tarento) Definition: 意味 talent; TV personality; celebrity A person who regularly appears on television, radio, or in magazines, especially an entertainer or celebrity often seen in variety shows or talk shows. A special natural ability or aptitude for something. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag:
JLPT N1: Understanding ダウン (daun) JLPT N1 Vocabulary ダウン (daun) Definition: 意味 down; decrease; knockdown; depressed A decrease or reduction (e.g., in speed, price, or volume). The state of being knocked down, as in sports like boxing. Feeling physically unwell, exhausted, or mentally depressed. A state of system failure or being out of order (e.g.,
JLPT N1: Understanding タイル (tairu) – The Japanese word for “Tile” JLPT N1 Vocabulary タイル (tairu) Definition: 意味 tile a thin slab or block of ceramic, stone, concrete, or glass used for covering roofs, floors, walls, or other surfaces Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 建 (たて) – build,
JLPT N1: Understanding タイム (Taimu) JLPT N1 Vocabulary タイム (taimu) Definition: 意味 time A loanword from English, primarily used to refer to “time” in various contexts. Often used in sports, schedules, or when speaking casually about periods of time. Can also refer to a specific point in time or a duration. Type: Noun Level: JLPT
JLPT N1: Understanding タイムリー (timely) JLPT N1 Vocabulary タイムリー (taimurii) Definition: 意味 timely, opportune, well-timed Occurring or arriving at an appropriate or advantageous moment. Said or done at precisely the right time to be effective or helpful. Often used in business, media, and daily conversations. Conveys a sense of good timing, relevance, and promptness. Type:
JLPT N1: Mastering タイミング (Timing) JLPT N1 Vocabulary タイミング (taimingu) Definition: 意味 Timing; opportune moment The selection of the best moment for an action or event. The ability to do something at the most effective time. A moment that is appropriate or advantageous. Synchronization with events or actions. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag:
JLPT N1: Understanding タイマー (taimaa) JLPT N1 Vocabulary タイマー (taimaa) Definition: 意味 timer a device that measures and indicates time often used to switch something on or off at a preset time Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 時 (とき) – time 計 (はかる) – measure 設 (もうける) –
JLPT N1: Understanding タイピスト (taipisuto) JLPT N1 Vocabulary タイピスト (taipisuto) Definition: 意味 typist a person whose job is to type documents on a typewriter or computer keyboard a professional who operates a typing machine Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 書 (しょ) – write 字 (じ) – character 打
JLPT N1 Vocabulary: Understanding タイトル (Taitoru) JLPT N1 Vocabulary タイトル (taitoru) Definition: 意味 title; heading the name of a book, article, movie, or any piece of work a heading or caption for a section or document Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 題 (だい) – title; topic 名 (な)
JLPT N1: Understanding ダース (daasu) JLPT N1 Vocabulary ダース (daasu) Definition: 意味 dozen A unit of quantity equal to twelve. Often used for items like pencils, eggs, or donuts. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 購 (こう) – purchase 販 (はん) – sell, market 務 (む) – task, duty
JLPT N1: Understanding ソロ (solo) JLPT N1 Vocabulary ソロ (soro) Definition: 意味 solo; alone refers to performing or doing something by oneself without the assistance or accompaniment of others commonly used in music for a solo performance or part also applicable in general contexts for individual actions or endeavors Type: Noun, Adverb Level: JLPT N1
JLPT N1: Understanding ソース (sōsu) JLPT N1 Vocabulary ソース (sōsu) Definition: 意味 sauce; source A condiment or liquid dressing served with food to add flavor. The origin or point of derivation of something, such as information, a problem, or an idea. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 源 (みなもと)
JLPT N1: Understanding センス (sensu) JLPT N1 Vocabulary センス (sensu) Definition: 意味 Sense; taste; knack; flair An intuitive understanding or ability in a particular field, often related to aesthetics, style, or communication. Often used to describe someone’s natural talent or discernment in areas like fashion, design, humor, or business. It implies a refined perception or
JLPT N1: Understanding セレモニー (ceremony) JLPT N1 Vocabulary セレモニー (seremonī) Definition: 意味 ceremony A formal event or ritual performed on a special occasion. Often involves traditional actions, words, or symbolic gestures. Can commemorate an important event, mark a transition, or celebrate an achievement. Examples include weddings, graduations, inaugurations, or religious rites. Type: Noun Level: JLPT
JLPT N1: Understanding ゼリー (zerii) – Japanese Vocabulary JLPT N1 Vocabulary ゼリー (zerii) Definition: 意味 jelly A soft, translucent, fruit-flavored dessert, often made with gelatin or agar-agar. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 菓 (か) – confectionery 甘 (あま) – sweet 食 (しょく) – food, eat 飲 (いん) –
