JLPT N1: Mastering シナリオ (shinario) JLPT N1 Vocabulary シナリオ (shinario) Definition: 意味 Scenario; Script; Plot A detailed written outline for a film, play, or other dramatic work. It often includes the plot, characters, dialogue, and scene descriptions. Can also refer to a proposed or imagined series of events or a situation. Used to describe a […]
JLPT N1: Mastering シック (shikku) – Chic and Sophisticated JLPT N1 Vocabulary シック (shikku) Definition: 意味 Chic, stylish, sophisticated Refers to something elegant, fashionable, and sophisticated, often with a subdued or understated aesthetic. Implies a sense of timeless style rather than fleeting trends. Can describe clothing, interiors, colors, or overall atmosphere. Type: Adjectival Noun (な-adjective)
JLPT N1: Understanding ジーパン (Jiipan) JLPT N1 Vocabulary ジーパン (jiipan) Definition: 意味 jeans denim trousers blue jeans Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 穿 (はく) – to wear (lower body) 織 (おり) – weave, fabric 綿 (めん) – cotton 服 (ふく) – clothes 装 (そう) – attire, dress 製
JLPT N1: Understanding サンタクロース (Santa Kurōsu) JLPT N1 Vocabulary サンタクロース (Santa Kurōsu) Definition: 意味 Santa Claus A legendary figure originating in Western Christian culture, often associated with the Christmas season. He is traditionally depicted as a jolly, white-bearded man, dressed in a red suit, who delivers gifts to children on Christmas Eve, often traveling in
JLPT N1: Mastering サンキュー (Sankyū) – More Than Just “Thank You” JLPT N1 Vocabulary サンキュー (Sankyū) Definition: 意味 Thanks (casual) An informal expression of gratitude, derived from the English ‘Thank you’. Often used among close friends, family, or in very casual situations. Considered less formal and polite than ありがとう (arigatō) or ありがとうございます (arigatō gozaimasu). Can
JLPT N1: Understanding サイクル (saikuru) – The Japanese Word for Cycle JLPT N1 Vocabulary サイクル (saikuru) Definition: 意味 cycle; rotation; loop; period A recurring series of events or phenomena. A complete set of operations or processes. A period of time during which a sequence of events takes place. Often used for natural cycles like the
JLPT N1: Understanding サーキット (saakitto) JLPT N1 Vocabulary サーキット (saakitto) Definition: 意味 Circuit; Race track; Tour A closed path or loop. A course specifically designed for racing. Such as for motor vehicles, motorcycles, or horses (a race track). An electronic circuit, a closed loop, through which electricity can flow. Typically involving various electronic components. A
JLPT N1: Understanding コンパス (konpasu) JLPT N1 Vocabulary コンパス (konpasu) Definition: 意味 Compass (drawing instrument or navigational device) A drawing instrument used to draw circles or arcs, typically with two legs hinged together. An instrument containing a magnetized needle that indicates the direction of magnetic north, used for navigation. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary
JLPT N1: Mastering コントロール (kontorōru) JLPT N1 Vocabulary コントロール (kontorōru) Definition: 意味 control The act of managing, influencing, or directing something or someone. To regulate or limit a process, system, or behavior. The power or ability to direct or restrain. Type: Noun / Suru-verb Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 制
JLPT N1: Understanding コントラスト (kontorasto) JLPT N1 Vocabulary コントラスト (kontorasto) Definition: 意味 contrast a difference, especially a striking difference, between two or more things that are compared the state of being strikingly different from something else in juxtaposition or close association to compare in such a way as to show differences a state of opposition
JLPT N1: Understanding コンテンツ (kontentsu) JLPT N1 Vocabulary コンテンツ (kontentsu) Definition: 意味 content information, material, or subject matter contained within a medium (e.g., website, book, video, game) the principal substance or meaning of something Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 情 (じょう) – information, circumstances 報 (ほう) – report,
JLPT N1: Understanding コンテスト (Contest) JLPT N1 Vocabulary コンテスト (kontesuto) Definition: 意味 contest; competition An event in which people compete against each other for a prize or to determine superiority. Often involves judging or evaluation of skills, talents, or specific criteria. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 競 (きそう)
JLPT N1: Mastering 「コンタクト」(kontakuto) – Meanings and Usage JLPT N1 Vocabulary コンタクト (kontakuto) Definition: 意味 Contact; contact lens The act of getting in touch or communicating with someone. A small corrective lens worn on the surface of the eye. Used to improve vision, often referred to simply as コンタクト. Interactions or connection between people or
JLPT N1: Understanding コンサルタント (konsarutanto) JLPT N1 Vocabulary コンサルタント (konsarutanto) Definition: 意味 consultant An expert who provides professional advice to individuals or organizations. A specialist whose role involves analyzing situations, identifying problems, and offering solutions or strategies. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 相 (あい / そう) – mutual,
JLPT N1: Understanding コンクール (konkuuru) – Competition and Contests JLPT N1 Vocabulary コンクール (konkuuru) Definition: 意味 competition; contest; examination A structured event where participants demonstrate their skills or talents, often judged by a panel against specific criteria to determine winners. Commonly used for artistic, musical, or academic competitions. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag:
JLPT N1: Understanding コメント (komento) JLPT N1 Vocabulary コメント (komento) Definition: 意味 comment; remark An opinion, observation, or reaction expressed verbally or in writing. Often used in the context of online discussions, reviews, or feedback. Can refer to a note or explanation added to a text or data. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag:
JLPT N1: Understanding コマーシャル (komāsharu) JLPT N1 Vocabulary コマーシャル (komāsharu) Definition: 意味 commercial (advertisement) A television or radio advertisement. Often used in daily conversation to refer to short promotional videos or audio clips. Synonymous with CM (シーエム) in Japanese. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 広 (こう) – wide,
JLPT N1: Mastering コストダウン (Cost Reduction) JLPT N1 Vocabulary コストダウン (kosuto daun) Definition: 意味 cost reduction Reducing expenses in a business or project. Efforts to lower production costs, operating costs, etc. The act of decreasing the financial outlay required for something. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 費 (ひ)
JLPT N1: Understanding コーディネート (koodineeto) JLPT N1 Vocabulary コーディネート (koodineeto) Definition: 意味 coordination; arrangement The act of arranging or combining things harmoniously, especially clothes, colors, or elements in a plan. To put together an outfit or a plan effectively. To organize and integrate different elements into a cohesive whole. Type: Noun, する Verb Level: JLPT
JLPT N1: Understanding クロゼット (kurozetto) JLPT N1 Vocabulary クロゼット (kurozetto) Definition: 意味 closet; wardrobe A small room or a tall piece of furniture, often with a door, used for storing clothes, household items, or other belongings. It is a loanword from English ‘closet’ and is commonly used in modern Japanese homes. Type: Noun Level: JLPT
