JLPT N3: Mastering リットル (Rittoru) – The Unit of Volume JLPT N3 Vocabulary リットル (rittoru) Definition: 意味 liter A unit of volume equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters. Used for measuring liquids like water, milk, or gasoline. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 水 (みず) – water 入 (い.れる) – […]
JLPT N3: Understanding and Using リサイクル (risaikuru) JLPT N3 Vocabulary リサイクル (risaikuru) Definition: 意味 recycle The process of converting waste materials into reusable objects to prevent waste of potentially useful materials. It helps reduce the consumption of fresh raw materials and energy usage. It also aims to reduce air and water pollution. Often seen in
JLPT N3: Mastering ランニング (ranningu) – The Art of Running in Japanese JLPT N3 Vocabulary ランニング (ranningu) Definition: 意味 running The act of moving rapidly on foot as a form of exercise or sport. Often refers to jogging or competitive racing. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 走 (はし.る)
JLPT N3: Understanding ラケット (raketto) JLPT N3 Vocabulary ラケット (raketto) Definition: 意味 racket (for tennis, badminton, etc.) A piece of sports equipment consisting of a handled frame with an open hoop across which a network of strings or catgut is stretched tightly, used for striking a ball or shuttlecock in games like tennis, badminton, or
JLPT N3: Understanding ライト (raito) JLPT N3 Vocabulary ライト (raito) Definition: 意味 Light (illumination, weight, color, or casual/not serious) Light (illumination; e.g., electrical light, lamp, flashlight, car lights) Light (not heavy; e.g., light baggage, light meal) Light (color; e.g., light blue, light green) Light (casual, not serious, superficial; e.g., light music, light reading) Type: Noun,
JLPT N3: Understanding ライター (raitā) JLPT N3 Vocabulary ライター (raitā) Definition: 意味 writer; lighter A person who writes books, articles, or other literary works; an author or journalist. A device used for lighting cigarettes, cigars, or other items; a cigarette lighter. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 書 (しょ
JLPT N3: Understanding ラーメン (Ramen) JLPT N3 Vocabulary ラーメン (Ramen) Definition: 意味 Ramen (Japanese noodle dish) Ramen is a popular Japanese noodle dish that originated in China. It typically consists of Chinese wheat noodles served in a meat or fish-based broth. Common flavors include soy sauce (shoyu), salt (shio), miso, and pork bone (tonkotsu). Toppings
JLPT N3: Understanding ヨット (yotto) JLPT N3 Vocabulary ヨット (yotto) Definition: 意味 yacht A sailing vessel designed for recreation, pleasure, or racing, typically propelled by sails. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 船 (ふね) – boat; ship 海 (うみ) – sea; ocean 風 (かぜ) – wind 乗 (のる) –
JLPT N3: Mastering ユーモア (yuumoa) – The Art of Humor JLPT N3 Vocabulary ユーモア (yuumoa) Definition: 意味 humor The quality of being amusing or comical. Often expressed through jokes or witty remarks. A funny or amusing quality or characteristic. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 笑 (わら) – laugh,
JLPT N3: Understanding ユーザー (yūzā) – “User” JLPT N3 Vocabulary ユーザー (yūzā) Definition: 意味 user A person who uses or operates something, especially a computer, network, or service. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 使 (つか) – to use 用 (よう) – to use, purpose 者 (もの) – person
JLPT N3: Understanding メンバー (menbā) JLPT N3 Vocabulary メンバー (menbā) Definition: 意味 Member A person belonging to a group, team, or organization. An individual who is part of a collective body or association. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 新 (しん) – new 彼 (かれ) – he/him 会 (かい)
JLPT N3: Mastering 「メニュー」 (menyuu) JLPT N3 Vocabulary メニュー (menyuu) Definition: 意味 menu A list of dishes, food items, or drinks available in a restaurant, café, or any eating establishment. A list of options or commands presented on a computer screen, mobile device, or other electronic interface. A planned sequence of activities or a set
JLPT N3: Understanding メッセージ (messēji) JLPT N3 Vocabulary メッセージ (messēji) Definition: 意味 message a piece of information, communication, or a brief statement can be written, spoken, or conveyed digitally Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 言 (ことば) – word, speech 聞 (きく) – hear, ask 話 (はなす) – talk,
JLPT N3: Mastering 「メイク」 (Meiku) – Your Guide to Japanese Makeup Vocabulary JLPT N3 Vocabulary メイク (meiku) Definition: 意味 makeup, cosmetics Cosmetics applied to the face to enhance or alter appearance. The act of applying cosmetics. Often used to refer to face makeup. Can be used as a noun or combined with する to form
JLPT N3: Mastering メーター (mētaa) – Understanding Measurement Devices JLPT N3 Vocabulary メーター (mētaa) Definition: 意味 meter, gauge, counter A device used for measuring and indicating the amount, quantity, or level of something. Commonly refers to various instruments like speedometers, odometers, gas meters, electricity meters, water meters, taxi meters, and parking meters. Also used in
JLPT N3: Mastering 「ミリ・ミリメートル」 (Milli / Millimeter) JLPT N3 Vocabulary ミリ・ミリメートル (miri・mirimētoru) Definition: 意味 milli / millimeter 「ミリ (miri)」 is a common abbreviation for 「ミリメートル (mirimētoru)」. Both refer to the unit of length equal to one-thousandth of a meter. It is widely used in Japan for expressing small lengths or dimensions. Often seen in contexts
JLPT N3: Understanding ミス (misu) JLPT N3 Vocabulary ミス (misu) Definition: 意味 mistake, error, fault A noun derived from the English word ‘mistake’. Refers to an unintentional action or judgment that is incorrect or inappropriate. Often used in various contexts such as sports, work, or daily life. Can also describe a failure, an oversight, or
JLPT N3: Understanding ミーティング (miitingu) JLPT N3 Vocabulary ミーティング (miitingu) Definition: 意味 meeting A planned gathering of people for discussion or to achieve a specific goal. Often used in business or formal settings. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 会 (かい) – meeting, association 話 (はな.す) – talk, speak
JLPT N3: Understanding マラソン (marason) – Marathon JLPT N3 Vocabulary マラソン (marason) Definition: 意味 marathon A long-distance running race, typically 42.195 kilometers (26 miles 385 yards). Can also refer to an event or activity characterized by great length or endurance. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 走 (はし) –
JLPT N3: Understanding マイナス (mainasu) JLPT N3 Vocabulary マイナス (mainasu) Definition: 意味 Minus, Negative Refers to a quantity less than zero, often indicated by a minus sign (-). Describes a disadvantage, drawback, or negative aspect of something. Can also mean a loss in financial or business contexts. Used to indicate a lower or undesirable state
