JLPT N2: Understanding エチケット (Echiketto) JLPT N2 Vocabulary エチケット (echiketto) Definition: 意味 etiquette; manners Refers to the conventional rules of behavior or decorum. These rules are observed in society or in specific social settings. Often implies polite, respectful, and appropriate conduct. It’s a loanword from the French ‘étiquette’. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary Tag: […]
JLPT N2: Understanding ウエートレス (ueitoresu) – The Role of a Waitress JLPT N2 Vocabulary ウエートレス (ueitoresu) Definition: 意味 waitress A female server in a restaurant, cafe, or bar. This is a loanword from English (‘waitress’) and is commonly used in Japanese. The male equivalent is ウェーター (waiter) or ウェイター. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary
JLPT N2: Understanding ウール (Uuru) – All About Wool JLPT N2 Vocabulary ウール (uuru) Definition: 意味 wool a textile fiber obtained from sheep and other animals fabric made from wool Type: Noun Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 毛 (け) – hair, fur, wool 糸 (いと) – thread, yarn 服 (ふく)
JLPT N2: Understanding ウーマン (ūman) JLPT N2 Vocabulary ウーマン (ūman) Definition: 意味 woman A loanword from English, meaning “woman”. Often used in specific contexts, compounds, or to emphasize a modern/independent image, rather than as a general term for “woman” (女性, 女の人). Type: Noun Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 女 (おんな)
JLPT N2: Mastering ウイスキー (Uisukī) JLPT N2 Vocabulary ウイスキー (uisukī) Definition: 意味 whisky An alcoholic beverage distilled from fermented grain mash. Often enjoyed straight, on the rocks, or mixed in cocktails. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 酒 (さけ) – alcohol; sake 飲 (のむ) – to drink 水 (みず)
JLPT N2: Understanding インフォメーション (infomēshon) JLPT N2 Vocabulary インフォメーション (infomēshon) Definition: 意味 Information News or knowledge communicated or received. Data or facts about a particular subject. A place providing guidance or details (e.g., an information desk). Type: Noun Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 情 (じょう) – feeling, emotion, information 報
JLPT N2: Understanding アレルギー (arerugii) JLPT N2 Vocabulary アレルギー (arerugii) Definition: 意味 allergy An adverse immune reaction to certain substances. Often triggered by specific foods, pollen, dust, or animal dander. Symptoms can include sneezing, itching, rashes, or difficulty breathing. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 症 (しょう) – symptom,
JLPT N2: Mastering アプローチ (apuroochi) JLPT N2 Vocabulary アプローチ (apuroochi) Definition: 意味 approach; method; access A way of dealing with something or someone. A method or strategy used to achieve a goal. The act of coming near or closer to something or someone. In golf, a shot aimed at the green, typically from a short
JLPT N2: Understanding アドバイス (adobaisu) JLPT N2 Vocabulary アドバイス (adobaisu) Definition: 意味 advice; counsel; suggestion Helpful suggestions or guidance given to someone. Recommendations or opinions offered to assist in decision-making or problem-solving. Often used when someone asks for guidance or when offering a helpful opinion. Can be used with verbs like 「する」 (to give advice)
JLPT N2: Understanding アクセント (akusento) JLPT N2 Vocabulary アクセント (akusento) Definition: 意味 accent; emphasis The distinctive mode of pronunciation of a language, especially one associated with a particular nation, locality, or social class. The relative emphasis given to a syllable or word in speech by means of variation in pitch, loudness, or length. Type: Noun
JLPT N2: Mastering アクセス (akusesu) – What Does It Mean? JLPT N2 Vocabulary アクセス (akusesu) Definition: 意味 Access To gain entry or approach something, both physically and digitally. To connect to a network, website, or data system. To obtain or retrieve information, files, or services. Refers to the ease or difficulty of reaching a particular
JLPT N2: Understanding アーティスト (aatisuto) JLPT N2 Vocabulary アーティスト (aatisuto) Definition: 意味 artist A person who creates art, such as paintings, sculptures, music, or performing arts. An individual skilled in a particular art form or craft. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 術 (じゅつ) – art; technique 絵 (え)
JLPT N3: Understanding ワンピース (wanpīsu) – The Japanese Word for Dress JLPT N3 Vocabulary ワンピース (wanpīsu) Definition: 意味 dress, one-piece dress A single garment that covers the body. Typically worn by women. It combines a top and a skirt into one piece. Commonly referred to as a “dress” in English. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3
JLPT N3: Understanding ワクチン (wakuchin) JLPT N3 Vocabulary ワクチン (wakuchin) Definition: 意味 vaccine A substance used to stimulate the production of antibodies and provide immunity against one or several diseases, prepared from the causative agent of a disease, its products, or a synthetic substitute. Often administered by injection. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag:
JLPT N3: Understanding ワイン (wain) JLPT N3 Vocabulary ワイン (wain) Definition: 意味 wine An alcoholic beverage made from fermented grapes. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 酒 (さけ) – alcohol; sake 飲 (いん) – drink 店 (みせ) – shop; restaurant 赤 (あか) – red 白 (しろ) – white View
JLPT N3: Mastering ロッカー (rokkā) – Your Go-To for Storage JLPT N3 Vocabulary ロッカー (rokkā) Definition: 意味 locker A small, lockable compartment, typically found in public places like schools, gyms, or stations, for storing personal belongings. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 物 (もの) – thing, object 入 (いり/はい)
JLPT N3: Understanding レベル (reberu) – What Does It Mean? JLPT N3 Vocabulary レベル (reberu) Definition: 意味 level, standard, grade A position on a scale of amount, quantity, intensity, or grade. A stage in a hierarchy or development. A standard or quality achieved. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji
JLPT N3: Mastering レジ (reji) – The Cash Register JLPT N3 Vocabulary レジ (reji) Definition: 意味 cash register, cashier A machine used in stores to record and total sales, often including a money drawer. It can also refer to the person operating the cash register, i.e., the cashier. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag:
JLPT N3: Mastering レインコート (rein kōto) – Your Guide to Japanese Rainwear JLPT N3 Vocabulary レインコート (rein kōto) Definition: 意味 raincoat A waterproof coat worn to protect the wearer from rain. Often made from materials like plastic or treated fabric. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 雨 (あめ) –
JLPT N3: Understanding リボン (ribbon) JLPT N3 Vocabulary リボン (ribon) Definition: 意味 ribbon A long, narrow strip of fabric, used for tying, decorating, or wrapping. Often made of silk, satin, or other materials. Used for hair, gifts, clothing, or ceremonial purposes. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 結 (むすぶ)
