JLPT N2: Understanding 憎らしい (nikurashii) JLPT N2 Vocabulary 憎らしい 【にくらしい】 (nikurashii) Definition: 意味 hateful; detestable; annoying; provoking one’s envy/jealousy This adjective describes a feeling of strong dislike or resentment towards someone or something. It can also express a sense of ‘annoying cuteness’ or ‘endearing provocativeness’, where one feels annoyed but also finds something charming or […]
JLPT N2: Mastering 生々しい (Namanamashii) – Vivid, Raw, Fresh JLPT N2 Vocabulary 生々しい 【なまなましい】 (namanamashii) Definition: 意味 vivid, graphic, raw, fresh Vivid, graphic, or lifelike; often for scenes, memories, or accounts. Describes experiences that feel immediate and impactful. Fresh, recent, or still painful; describing events or wounds. For experiences not yet healed or forgotten; retaining
JLPT N2: Understanding 生臭い (namagusai) JLPT N2 Vocabulary 生臭い 【なまぐさい】 (namagusai) Definition: 意味 smelling of raw fish or meat; fishy; gamy Describes an unpleasant smell, typically like raw fish, meat, or blood. Can also be used figuratively to describe something sordid, vulgar, or worldly, especially in a negative sense, often related to human desires or
JLPT N2: Mastering 情けない (nasakenai) – Pitiful, Pathetic, Shameful JLPT N2 Vocabulary 情けない【なさけない】 (nasakenai) Definition: 意味 pitiful, pathetic, shameful, regrettable Feeling ashamed, embarrassed, or disappointed in oneself due to a failure or weakness. Expressing pity, disappointment, or contempt towards someone else’s inability or incompetence. Describing a situation or outcome that is regrettable, sad, or miserable.
JLPT N2: Understanding 嘆かわしい (Nagekawashii) JLPT N2 Vocabulary 嘆かわしい【なげかわしい】 (nagekawashii) Definition: 意味 deplorable; lamentable; regrettable; sad Expresses deep sorrow, regret, or disappointment about a situation or action that is truly bad or shameful. Often conveys a sense of despair or indignation. Used for situations that ideally should not be happening. Type: い-adjective Level: JLPT N2
JLPT N2: Mastering 乏しい (toboshii) – Lacking, Scarce, Meager JLPT N2 Vocabulary 乏しい【とぼしい】 (toboshii) Definition: 意味 poor; lacking; scarce; meager; insufficient Describes a situation where something is in short supply or quantity. Implies inadequacy or deficiency in quality or content. Often used for abstract things like knowledge, experience, or resources. Conveys a sense of something
JLPT N2: Understanding 慌ただしい (Awatadashii) JLPT N2 Vocabulary 慌ただしい【あわただしい】 (awatadashii) Definition: 意味 busy; hectic; hurried; restless Describes a state of being extremely busy, often with a sense of urgency or rush. Used for situations, schedules, or periods that are fast-paced and require quick actions. Conveys a feeling of not having enough time, often leading to
JLPT N2: Mastering 有難い (arigatai) – Expressing Gratitude and Fortunate Feelings JLPT N2 Vocabulary 有難い【ありがたい】 (arigatai) Definition: 意味 grateful, thankful, fortunate Expressing a deep sense of gratitude or thankfulness for a kindness, favor, or assistance received. Feeling blessed or lucky about a situation, condition, or one’s circumstances. Often implies that something is rare, precious, or
JLPT N2: Understanding 危うい (ayaui) JLPT N2 Vocabulary 危うい【あやうい】 (ayaui) Definition: 意味 dangerous; risky; in danger; narrow escape describes a situation or condition that is dangerous, risky, or on the verge of failure or disaster. Can also mean a ‘narrow escape’ or ‘nearly’ (doing something). Often implies a close call or a state of being
JLPT N2: Understanding 厚かましい (atsukamashii) JLPT N2 Vocabulary 厚かましい【あつかましい】 (atsukamashii) Definition: 意味 shameless; impudent Lacking a sense of shame or propriety; acting without consideration for others. Behaving in a brazen, audacious, or presumptuous manner. Often used to describe someone who is pushy, rude, or takes advantage of others. Type: い-Adjective Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary Tag:
JLPT N2: Understanding 飽きっぽい (akippoi) – Easily Bored & Fickle JLPT N2 Vocabulary 飽きっぽい【あきっぽい】 (akippoi) Definition: 意味 easily bored; fickle; quickly tired of things Describes someone who loses interest or enthusiasm quickly. Refers to a personality trait of being capricious or inconstant. Often used to describe a person who frequently changes hobbies, jobs, or interests.
JLPT N2: Mastering 青白い (aojiroi) – What Does it Mean to be “Pale”? JLPT N2 Vocabulary 青白い【あおじろい】 (aojiroi) Definition: 意味 pale, pallid Describes a complexion that is unusually pale. Often with a bluish or whitish tint, indicating ill health. Can also describe a faint or dim light. For example, like pale moonlight. Implies a lack
JLPT N3: Understanding 駄目 (dame) JLPT N3 Vocabulary 駄目【だめ】 (dame) Definition: 意味 No good; Useless; Impossible; Forbidden Expresses something being useless or ineffective. Indicates that an action is forbidden or not allowed. Signifies that something is impossible or won’t work. Can also mean a failure or a lost cause. Often used to express disapproval or
JLPT N3: Understanding 随分 (zuibun) – Surprisingly, Very, Considerably JLPT N3 Vocabulary 随分【ずいぶん】 (zuibun) Definition: 意味 very, extremely, considerably, surprisingly Used to express a high degree or extent of something. Often implies a sense of “more than expected” or “surprisingly.” Can modify adjectives, verbs, or other adverbs. Conveys a feeling of astonishment or impression. Often
JLPT N3: Mastering 有利 (yūri) – Advantageous Situations JLPT N3 Vocabulary 有利【ゆうり】 (yūri) Definition: 意味 advantageous, profitable, favorable Having an advantage or benefit over others. Being in a favorable position. Bringing profit or gain, or being beneficial. Type: な-adjective, Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N3 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 有 (ゆう) –
JLPT N3: Understanding 宜しい (yoroshii) JLPT N3 Vocabulary 宜しい【よろしい】 (yoroshii) Definition: 意味 good, fine, alright, okay A polite and formal equivalent of 良い (ii), meaning ‘good’, ‘fine’, ‘alright’, or ‘okay’. Frequently used in business contexts, formal settings, or when addressing superiors. Often implies asking for or giving approval, confirmation, or permission. Can be used to
JLPT N3: Mastering 上手い (umai) – Skill, Taste, and More! JLPT N3 Vocabulary 上手い【うまい】 (umai) Definition: 意味 skillful; delicious Good at something. Skillful; dexterous; adroit. Delicious; tasty; good-tasting. Clever; skillful (referring to a plan, method, or trick). Fortunate; lucky; Going well (referring to a situation or outcome). Type: い-Adjective Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT
JLPT N3: Mastering 新鮮 (shinsen) – The Art of Freshness JLPT N3 Vocabulary 新鮮【しんせん】 (shinsen) Definition: 意味 fresh; new Being in its original, healthy, and natural state, especially referring to food or air. New or novel, not stale or old. Unspoiled; not deteriorated. Type: な-adjective / Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N3 Adjectives
JLPT N3: Understanding 利口 (rikō) JLPT N3 Vocabulary 利口【りこう】 (rikō) Definition: 意味 clever, intelligent, smart being smart and quick-witted showing good judgment or common sense sensible or astute in behavior often used to describe children or animals Type: な-adjective, Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N3 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 利 (り) –
JLPT N3: Mastering 熱心 (Nesshin) – Enthusiastic & Devoted JLPT N3 Vocabulary 熱心【ねっしん】 (nesshin) Definition: 意味 enthusiastic, eager, devoted showing strong interest or excitement about something earnest and diligent in one’s efforts or actions having a fervent or passionate commitment to a task often used to describe someone’s attitude towards work, study, or hobbies Type:
