N1 vocabulary

JLPT N1: Mastering 相応しい (fusawashii) – Suitable & Appropriate JLPT N1 Vocabulary 相応しい 【ふさわしい】 (fusawashii) Definition: 意味 suitable, appropriate, fitting, becoming Describes something that matches or is well-suited to a person, situation, or role. Implies a sense of harmony, propriety, or appropriateness. Can be used for things like qualifications, clothing, behavior, or gifts. Type: I-adjective […]

JLPT N1: Understanding 平たい (hiratai) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 平たい 【ひらたい】 (hiratai) Definition: 意味 flat; even; plain Flat, level, or even (referring to a surface or shape). Plain, simple, or easy to understand (referring to language or style). Common or ordinary (referring to people or things). Type: I-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives

JLPT N1: Understanding 華々しい (hanabanashii) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 華々しい 【はなばなしい】 (hanabanashii) Definition: 意味 Spectacular, Brilliant, Glorious Describing something that is dazzling, showy, and impressive. Often used for events, achievements, or appearances that stand out. Conveys a sense of grandeur, magnificence, and splendor. Type: Adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related

JLPT N1: Understanding ばかばかしい (bakabakashii) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 莫迦らしい 【ばかばかしい】 (bakabakashii) Definition: 意味 ridiculous, absurd, foolish Extremely foolish or silly, to the point of being laughable. Something that is not worth taking seriously due to its absurdity. Meaningless or pointless. Type: い-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 莫

JLPT N1: Understanding 儚い (hakanai) – Fleeting and Transient JLPT N1 Vocabulary 儚い 【はかない】 (hakanai) Definition: 意味 fleeting, transient, ephemeral Describes something that is short-lived, temporary, or easily vanishes. Often conveys a sense of fragility, impermanence, or a dream-like quality. Can also mean vain, futile, or hopeless when referring to hopes or efforts. Type: い-adjective

JLPT N1: Understanding 望ましい (nozomashii) – Desirable & Preferable JLPT N1 Vocabulary 望ましい 【のぞましい】 (nozomashii) Definition: 意味 desirable, preferable, hoped for something that is wished for or desired something that is ideal, appropriate, or suitable something that is recommended or advised Type: い-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji

JLPT N1 Vocabulary: Mastering 馴れ馴れしい (narenare shii) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 馴れ馴れしい 【なれなれしい】 (narenare shii) Definition: 意味 overly familiar, impertinent, presumptuous Acting too familiar with someone, especially when inappropriate or without permission or proper consideration of social distance. Being overly friendly in a way that can be considered rude disrespectful, or lacking in proper boundaries. Showing

JLPT N1: Understanding 悩ましい (nayamashii) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 悩ましい 【なやましい】 (nayamashii) Definition: 意味 Distressing; Captivating; Alluring; Agonizing Causing distress, worry, pain, or anguish; troublesome or vexing. Having a captivating or alluring quality, often in a way that is somewhat troublesome or embarrassing to deal with. Deeply troubling or perplexing; hard to resolve or make a

JLPT N1: Understanding 生温い (namanurui) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 生温い 【なまぬるい】 (namanurui) Definition: 意味 lukewarm; half-hearted; lenient slightly warm; lukewarm (of liquids, food, etc.) half-hearted; unenthusiastic; indecisive (of effort, response, etc.) lenient; soft; weak (of discipline, criticism, etc.) Type: い-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 生 (なま) – raw,

JLPT N1: Unraveling the Nuances of 生臭い (Namagusai) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 生臭い 【なまぐさい】 (namagusai) Definition: 意味 Smelling of raw fish or meat; bloody; vulgar; unpleasant Having a strong, often unpleasant, smell associated with raw fish, raw meat, or blood. Figuratively, it can describe something vulgar, worldly, or morally questionable. It implies a sense of crudeness,

JLPT N1: Mastering 何げない (nanigenai) – The Art of Unintentionality JLPT N1 Vocabulary 何気ない 【なにげない】 (nanigenai) Definition: 意味 casual; unintentional; spontaneous Describing an action, remark, or attitude that is done without particular intention, or appearing to be unplanned or natural. It can also imply a sense of nonchalance or thoughtlessness, often in a neutral or

JLPT N1: Mastering 名高い (nadakai) – Famous and Renowned JLPT N1 Vocabulary 名高い 【なだかい】 (nadakai) Definition: 意味 famous, renowned well-known celebrated of high repute Type: Adjective (い-adjective) Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 名 (な) – name, reputation 高 (たかい) – high, tall 知 (しる) – know 著 (いちじるしい)

JLPT N1: Understanding 情け深い (nasakebukai) – Compassionate JLPT N1 Vocabulary 情け深い 【なさけぶかい】 (nasakebukai) Definition: 意味 compassionate, tender-hearted, merciful Describes a person who is kind, sympathetic, and readily shows mercy or pity towards others. Often implies a deep understanding and emotional connection to the suffering or needs of others. Used to characterize someone who is genuinely

JLPT N1: Understanding 情けない (nasakenai) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 情けない 【なさけない】 (nasakenai) Definition: 意味 pathetic; shameful; pitiable lacking spirit; deplorable; miserable pitiful; contemptible; disgraceful to be in a sorry state or condition Type: I-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 情 (じょう) – emotion, feeling 無 (む) – nothing, without

JLPT N1: Understanding 乏しい (toboshii) – Describing Scarcity and Deficiency JLPT N1 Vocabulary 乏しい 【とぼしい】 (toboshii) Definition: 意味 poor, scarce, lacking, meagre Used to describe something that is insufficient in quantity or quality. Often applies to resources, knowledge, experience, or abilities. Conveys a sense of inadequacy or deficiency in a broad range of contexts. Can

JLPT N1: Understanding 貴い (Taka i) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 貴い 【たかい】 (taka i) Definition: 意味 precious, valuable, noble, exalted Having great worth or importance Of high social standing or rank Held in high esteem or reverence Type: Adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 貴 (き) – precious 臣

JLPT N1 Vocabulary: Understanding 尊い (Tōtoi) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 尊い 【とうとい】 (tōtoi) Definition: 意味 Precious, noble, sacred Of great significance or value, revered. Held in high esteem, respected. Considered holy or divine, pure. Type: Adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 尊 (ソン) – revere 貴 (キ) – nobility

JLPT N1: Understanding でかい (dekai) – Huge & Enormous! JLPT N1 Vocabulary 大 【でかい】 (dekai) Definition: 意味 Huge, enormous, large Used to describe something that is exceptionally large in size or scale. Often carries a stronger emphasis than “おおきい” (ookii). Can sometimes imply impressiveness or even intimidation due to its size. Frequently used in spoken,

JLPT N1: Understanding だるい (darui) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 怠 【だるい】 (darui) Definition: 意味 Sluggish, languid, feeling unwell A general feeling of tiredness or lack of energy. Can describe both physical and mental states. Often implies a feeling of being heavy or slow. Type: Adjective (i-adjective) Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List

JLPT N1: Understanding だらしない (Darashinai) JLPT N1 Vocabulary だらしない 【だらしない】 (darashinai) Definition: 意味 sloppy, untidy, careless, loose (behavior) Describes someone who is not strict with themselves or others, leading to untidiness or lack of discipline. Can refer to physical untidiness, like a messy room or unkempt appearance. Can also describe a lack of moral discipline