N1 vocabulary

What meaning of 霰? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 霰 【あられ】 (arare) Definition: 意味 Hail; graupel; snow pellets Small pellets of ice, typically smaller than 5 mm in diameter, that fall from clouds. Often confused with hail (雹 – hyou), which consists of larger ice balls. 霰 forms when supercooled water droplets freeze onto snowflakes. It can […]

What meaning of 争い? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 争い 【あらそい】 (arasoi) Definition: 意味 Dispute, conflict, quarrel, contention. The act of contending, arguing, or striving against someone or something. Often refers to disagreements, controversies, or struggles between individuals, groups, or nations. Can range from minor quarrels to major conflicts, indicating a state of opposition. Implies a lack

What meaning of 歩み? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 歩み 【あゆみ】 (ayumi) Definition: 意味 The act of walking; a step or pace. It can also refer to the progress or advancement made over time, often implying a gradual development. Metaphorically, it describes the historical trajectory or development of something, such as an organization or a person’s life

What is the meaning of 過ち (Ayamachi)? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 過ち 【あやまち】 (ayamachi) Definition: 意味 Mistake, error, fault, transgression, blunder. Refers to an act or judgment that is incorrect, wrong, or deviates from what is right. Often implies a moral or ethical lapse, a sin, or a misstep that causes problems. Can also denote a

What meaning of 網 (ami)? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 網 【あみ】 (ami) Definition: 意味 Net, network A structure made of interwoven material used for catching, holding, or covering. Refers to various types of nets like fishing nets, insect nets, or safety nets. Also used metaphorically to describe a system of interconnected things, such as a communication

What is the meaning of 雨具 (amagu)? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 雨具 【あまぐ】 (amagu) Definition: 意味 Rainwear; rain gear; waterproof clothing. Items of clothing or equipment designed to protect one from rain. Common examples include raincoats, umbrellas, and waterproof boots. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary List Tag: JLPT N1 Nouns Vocabulary List Related Kanji 雨

What is the meaning of 油絵? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 油絵 【あぶらえ】 (abura-e) Definition: 意味 Oil painting A painting technique where pigments are mixed with oil (such as linseed oil) as a binder. Refers to both the art form and the artwork created using this method. Known for its rich colors, depth, and ability to create

What is the meaning of 後回し (atomawashi)? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 後回し 【あとまわし】 (atomawashi) Definition: 意味 Postponement; putting off; deferral 後回し (atomawashi) refers to the act of delaying or postponing a task, activity, or decision until a later time. It implies putting something aside to deal with it at another point, often used when one prioritizes

What is the meaning of 跡継ぎ? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 跡継ぎ 【あとつぎ】 (atotsugi) Definition: 意味 Successor; heir; inheritor Someone who takes over a position, role, or property from another person, typically a parent or an elder, in a family, business, or organization. Often implies a direct lineage or a designated person. Type: 名詞 Level: JLPT N1

What meaning of 跡地? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 跡地 【あとち】 (atochi) Definition: 意味 Site of a former building or facility; ruins; abandoned site. The land where a building, factory, or facility once stood, but has since been demolished or removed. Often refers to a vacant lot or an area designated for redevelopment after the original structure

What meaning of 当て字? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 当て字 【あてじ】 (あてじ) Definition: 意味 Kanji used for their phonetic value rather than their semantic meaning. Ateji refers to the practice of using kanji characters primarily for their sound. It’s a way to write foreign words, loanwords, or even native Japanese words. The original meaning of the kanji

What meaning of 宛? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 宛 【あて】 (あて (ate)) Definition: 意味 Destination; address; target; aim; prospect. Indicates the intended recipient or final destination of mail, packages, or other transmissions. Refers to a specific goal, target, or objective that one is aiming for or working towards. Can also describe the likelihood of something happening

What meaning of 当て? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 当て 【あて】 (あて) Definition: 意味 Aim; Purpose; Expectation; Reliance; Target; Guess 1. An aim, target, or goal that one is directed towards or intends to achieve. 2. Something or someone one relies on or expects help/support from; a source of expectation or hope. 3. A place or object

What is the meaning of 圧力 (Atsuryoku)? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 圧力 【あつりょく】 (atsuryoku) Definition: 意味 Pressure; Stress; Coercion A force applied uniformly over a surface, often measured as force per unit area. Mental or emotional strain, tension, or stress. The influence or power exerted to compel or persuade someone to do something. Type: Noun Level:

What meaning of 圧迫? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 圧迫 【あっぱく】 (appaku) Definition: 意味 Pressure, oppression, coercion, suppression, constriction Applying physical force or weight to something, causing it to be pushed down or compressed. Feeling of being constrained, burdened, or restricted, often leading to discomfort. Exerting strong influence or control over someone, often with negative implications like

What is the meaning of 圧倒 (attou)? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 圧倒 【あっとう】 (attou) Definition: 意味 To overwhelm; to overpower; to dominate; to crush. To gain a decisive victory or significant advantage over someone or something. To be vastly superior in terms of power, skill, quantity, or influence, leaving no room for competition. To make a

What is the meaning of 斡旋 (assen)? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 斡旋 【あっせん】 (assen) Definition: 意味 Mediation; good offices; arrangement; intercession. Acting as an intermediary to help reconcile differences between parties. Facilitating a deal, negotiation, or employment opportunity. Providing assistance or making arrangements on behalf of someone. Often implies a neutral party helping to achieve a

What is the meaning of 扱い (atsukai)? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 扱い 【あつかい】 (atsukai) Definition: 意味 Handling; treatment; service; dealing with; management. The act of dealing with something or someone, encompassing how one treats an object, person, or situation. It can refer to the way goods are handled (e.g., “careful handling”), or how people are treated

What is the meaning of 悪化 (akka)? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 悪化 【あっか】 (akka) Definition: 意味 Deterioration; worsening; aggravation. Refers to the process of something becoming worse or more unfavorable than its current state. It can apply to various situations, such as health, economic conditions, relationships, or the state of an issue. Often used when a

What meaning of 当たり? JLPT N1 Vocabulary 当たり 【あたり】 (Atari) Definition: 意味 Hit, Success, Per, Contact, Correctness, Vicinity, Sensation 1. Hit; strike; success; winning (e.g., in a lottery, fishing, or guessing). 2. Per; each; average (e.g., per person, per unit). 3. Contact; touch; impact (e.g., a ball hitting something). 4. Correctness; being right; fulfilling expectations