N1 vocabulary

JLPT N1: Understanding 苦しい (kurushii) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 苦しい 【くるしい】 (kurushii) Definition: 意味 Painful, difficult, distressing Physically painful or suffering due to an injury or illness. Mentally distressing, agonizing, or causing emotional pain. Difficult to endure, challenging, or hard to overcome. Economically difficult, tight, or financially strained. Forced, strained, or unnatural (e.g., an explanation or […]

JLPT N1: Understanding 暗い (kurai) – Light, Mood & Prospects JLPT N1 Vocabulary 暗い 【くらい】 (kurai) Definition: 意味 dark; gloomy (of a place) lacking light, not bright, dim (of a color) deep, subdued, drab (of a mood or personality) gloomy, dismal, depressed, melancholic (of prospects or future) bleak, pessimistic, discouraging Type: い-adjective Level: JLPT N1

JLPT N1: Mastering 厳しい (kibishii) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 厳しい 【きびしい】 (kibishii) Definition: 意味 strict, severe, harsh, rigorous Pertaining to rules, discipline, or standards that are rigidly enforced and allow little deviation. Describing conditions, environments, or situations that are difficult, challenging, or extreme. Referring to a person’s demeanor, judgment, or criticism that is stern, unsparing, or

JLPT N1: Understanding 汚い (kitanai) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 汚い 【きたない】 (kitanai) Definition: 意味 dirty; messy; untidy Physically unclean or soiled, often requiring cleaning and maintenance. Disorderly or untidy in appearance or arrangement, lacking neatness. Morally corrupt or dishonest; unfair or mean in behavior or actions. Unpleasant or unappealing in appearance, causing distaste. Type: い-adjective Level:

JLPT N1: Understanding 軽い (karui) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 軽い 【かるい】 (karui) Definition: 意味 Light; slight; gentle; minor; frivolous Light in weight; not heavy. Slight or gentle (e.g., a light touch, a slight injury, a gentle slope). Minor or trivial (e.g., a minor offense, a light punishment). Frivolous, thoughtless, or carefree (e.g., a light personality, light

JLPT N1: Understanding 辛い (tsurai/karai) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 辛い 【つらい】 (tsurai) Definition: 意味 painful, difficult, tough Refers to mental or physical suffering, hardship, or emotional distress. Can describe a situation, experience, or feeling that is hard to bear. Note: The same kanji, 辛い, also has another common reading, からい (karai), which means ‘spicy’. When read

JLPT N1: Understanding 可愛い (kawaii) – More than Just “Cute” JLPT N1 Vocabulary 可愛い 【かわいい】 (kawaii) Definition: 意味 cute, adorable Charming and lovable in appearance or behavior. Often used to describe babies, small animals, or appealing objects. Can also imply ‘dear’ or ‘precious’ in an affectionate sense. Expresses a feeling of endearment or fondness. Used

JLPT N1: Exploring 面白い (omoshiroi) – More Than Just ‘Interesting’! JLPT N1 Vocabulary 面白い 【おもしろい】 (omoshiroi) Definition: 意味 interesting; funny; amusing Possessing qualities that arouse curiosity, attention, or amusement. Engaging or entertaining; causing delight or laughter. Of interest; diverting. Humorous; comical; laughable. Type: い-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related

JLPT N1: Understanding 重い (Omoi) – More Than Just ‘Heavy’ JLPT N1 Vocabulary 重い 【おもい】 (omoi) Definition: 意味 heavy Having great weight; not light. Serious or grave (e.g., illness, injury, problem). Profound or weighty (e.g., responsibility, task). Dull, gloomy, or depressed (e.g., mood, atmosphere). Slow or clumsy (e.g., movement, action). Difficult to move or lift

JLPT N1: Understanding 多い (ooi) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 多い 【おおい】 (ooi) Definition: 意味 many; numerous Signifies a large quantity or number of things or people. Can be used to describe frequency or abundance. Type: い-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 多 (た) – many, much 人 (ひと) –

JLPT N1: Understanding 嬉しい (ureshii) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 嬉しい 【うれしい】 (ureshii) Definition: 意味 happy; glad; joyful Expresses a feeling of happiness, joy, or delight. Used when something good happens or when one receives good news. Can also convey a sense of gratitude or appreciation. Type: い-Adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary

JLPT N1: Understanding 美しい (utsukushii) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 美しい 【うつくしい】 (utsukushii) Definition: 意味 beautiful, lovely, graceful Expresses a high degree of aesthetic quality, pleasing to the senses, especially sight. Can describe physical appearance, natural scenery, artwork, or music. It can also refer to inner qualities like spirit or character. Often implies a sense of harmony,

JLPT N1: Understanding 忙しい (Isogashii) – Busy and Beyond JLPT N1 Vocabulary 忙しい 【いそがしい】 (isogashii) Definition: 意味 busy occupied with work or other duties having a lot to do; not free hectic; rushed; demanding Type: い-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 忙 (ぼう) – busy 仕 (し) –

JLPT N1: Mastering 痛い (itai) – Painful, Sore, Aching JLPT N1 Vocabulary 痛い 【いたい】 (itai) Definition: 意味 painful; sore; aching Expressing physical pain or soreness in a part of the body. Used to describe a condition causing discomfort or suffering. Can also be used metaphorically to convey mental or emotional pain, regret, or a “sting,”

JLPT N1: Mastering 新しい (Atarashii) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 新しい 【あたらしい】 (atarashii) Definition: 意味 new; fresh Describes something recently made, acquired, or discovered. Can refer to something novel, unprecedented, or unfamiliar. Often used to contrast with ‘old’ (古い – furui). Type: I-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 新 (しん/あたら)

JLPT N1: Mastering 荒い (Arai) – Understanding its Nuances JLPT N1 Vocabulary 荒い 【あらい】 (arai) Definition: 意味 rough; wild; coarse; violent; harsh Describes something as not smooth, uneven, or violent in movement. Can refer to behavior that is rude, impolite, or lacking refinement. Used for textures that are coarse or not fine. Can also describe

JLPT N1: Understanding 危うい (Ayaui) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 危うい 【あやうい】 (ayaui) Definition: 意味 dangerous; perilous; in danger; on the verge of Being in a state where danger is imminent, or something is close to failing or collapsing. Also used when something almost happened but was narrowly avoided. Implies a sense of suspense or precariousness. Type:

JLPT N1: Understanding 甘い (amai) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 甘い 【あまい】 (amai) Definition: 意味 Sweet; lenient; naive; superficial Primarily means “sweet” in terms of taste (e.g., a sweet cake or candy). Can also mean “lenient” or “indulgent” when describing people or attitudes (e.g., a lenient teacher). Refers to being “naive,” “optimistic,” or “gullible” when discussing ideas

JLPT N1: Understanding 熱い (atsui) – Hot, Passionate, and More JLPT N1 Vocabulary 熱い 【あつい】 (atsui) Definition: 意味 Hot; passionate hot (temperature of a thing, liquid, or surface) hot (passionate, fervent, enthusiastic, intense) eager, devoted Type: い-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 熱 (ねつ) – heat, fever 暑

JLPT N1: Understanding 厚い (atsui) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 厚い 【あつい】 (atsui) Definition: 意味 thick Refers to something having a large dimension between its two main surfaces, opposite of thin. Used for physical objects like books, walls, or clothing. Can describe a deep or close relationship, like friendship. Expresses generous or strong support and cooperation. Also