N1 vocabulary

JLPT N1: Understanding 疎ら (mabara) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 疎ら 【まばら】 (mabara) Definition: 意味 sparse, scattered Thinly spread out or not dense Lacking in density or concentration Occurring infrequently or irregularly Type: な-adjective, Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 疎 (そ) – sparse, alienated 散 (ちる) – scatter, disperse […]

JLPT N1: Understanding まちまち (machimachi) – Various & Diverse JLPT N1 Vocabulary まちまち 【まちまち】 (machimachi) Definition: 意味 various, diverse being different or diverse in nature, opinion, or appearance varying from case to case Type: Noun, な-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 異 (い) – different, unusual 種 (しゅ)

JLPT N1: Mastering 本気 (Honki) – Seriousness & True Intent JLPT N1 Vocabulary 本気 【ほんき】 (honki) Definition: 意味 seriousness, earnestness, true intention A state of being serious or earnest about something Referring to one’s true intentions or genuine feelings Indicates that something is not a joke or a playful act To exert one’s full effort;

JLPT N1: Mastering 本格 (honkaku) – Authentic and Genuine JLPT N1 Vocabulary 本格 【ほんかく】 (honkaku) Definition: 意味 authentic, genuine, full-fledged Something that is true to its original form or style, not an imitation or simplified version. Indicates a serious or proper approach, rather than casual or temporary. Refers to something that has reached its full

JLPT N1: Understanding 呆然 (bouzen) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 呆然 【ぼうぜん】 (bouzen) Definition: 意味 dumbfounded; stunned; aghast To be struck speechless or utterly bewildered due to shock, surprise, or amazement. Describes a state of being dazed, blank, or lost in thought, often after an unexpected event. Often used with verbs like 「とする」 (to be/become dumbfounded) or

JLPT N1: Understanding 便宜 (bengi) – Convenience and Expediency JLPT N1 Vocabulary 便宜 【べんぎ】 (bengi) Definition: 意味 convenience, expediency, suitable arrangements Something that is advantageous or suitable for a particular purpose. Arrangements made for one’s comfort or benefit. Expediency; a practical way of dealing with something. Type: Noun, No-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT

JLPT N1: Master the nuances of 閉口 (heikou) – Being Stumped/Fed Up JLPT N1 Vocabulary 閉口 【へいこう】 (heikou) Definition: 意味 being fed up, being stumped, being at a loss for words Describes a state of being utterly defeated, frustrated, or exasperated finding something too difficult, annoying, or overwhelming to handle being silenced or left speechless

JLPT N1: Understanding 無礼 (burei) – Avoiding Impoliteness in Japanese JLPT N1 Vocabulary 無礼 【ぶれい】 (burei) Definition: 意味 Rudeness; Impoliteness; Disrespect A state of lacking proper manners or courtesy. An action or behavior that shows disrespect. Often refers to behavior that goes against social norms. Type: Noun, な-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1

JLPT N1: Understanding 不良 (furyou) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 不良 【ふりょう】 (furyou) Definition: 意味 badness; delinquency; defect badness; poor quality; inferiority; fault; defect; failure; delinquency; misconduct; hooligan; delinquent (person) Type: Noun, な-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 不 (ふ) – un-; not; negative prefix 良 (りょう) – good; pleasing;

JLPT N1: Mastering 不明 (fumei) – Unknown, Unclear JLPT N1 Vocabulary 不明 【ふめい】 (fumei) Definition: 意味 unknown, unclear, unidentified Not clear; not known; status or identity not confirmed. Something whose details, cause, or identity are not yet understood or recognized. Often implies a lack of information or certainty. Type: Adjectival Noun / Noun Level: JLPT

JLPT N1: Understanding 不服 (fufuku) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 不服 【ふふく】 (fufuku) Definition: 意味 dissatisfaction; objection A feeling of not being satisfied or content with something, often leading to protest or disagreement. The state of disagreeing with a decision, judgment, or outcome. Expressed as an objection or complaint against something. Type: Noun, な-adjective Level: JLPT N1

JLPT N1: Understanding 不評 (fuhyou) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 不評 【ふひょう】 (fuhyou) Definition: 意味 unpopularity; bad reputation; disfavor The state of being unfavorably received or criticized A poor public opinion or general disliking of something or someone General disapproval or disfavor towards a person, product, or idea Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1

JLPT N1: Understanding 無難 (bunan) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 無難 【ぶなん】 (bunan) Definition: 意味 safe, unexceptionable Being safe, without danger or risk. Acceptable or passable, free from fault or criticism. Harmless, giving no cause for concern. Type: な-adjective, Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 無 (む) – nothing, without

JLPT N1: Mastering 不当 (futō) – Unjust & Improper JLPT N1 Vocabulary 不当 【ふとう】 (futō) Definition: 意味 unjust, improper, unfair Describes something that is not right, fair, or reasonable Often used in legal or ethical contexts to denote impropriety Implies a lack of justification or legitimacy Can also mean undue or unreasonable Type: な-adjective, Noun

JLPT N1: Understanding 不調 (fuchou) – When Things Aren’t Going Well JLPT N1 Vocabulary 不調 【ふちょう】 (fuchou) Definition: 意味 poor condition, out of order, bad shape, slump A state of not being in good form or condition, either physically or mentally. Refers to equipment or machinery that is not working properly or is malfunctioning. Describes

JLPT N1: Understanding 不審 (fushin) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 不審 【ふしん】 (fushin) Definition: 意味 Suspicion; questionable; dubious A feeling of doubt or mistrust; being suspicious. A state of being unclear, dubious, or questionable; something that raises doubts. Type: Noun, Na-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 不 (ふ) – not,

JLPT N1: Understanding 不振 (fushin) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 不振 【ふしん】 (fushin) Definition: 意味 slump, stagnation, poor performance, recession A state where performance, business, or activity is not progressing or developing well. Often used to describe a downturn or lack of vigor in various fields. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary

JLPT N1: Understanding 不順 (fujun) – Irregular & Unseasonable JLPT N1 Vocabulary 不順 【ふじゅん】 (fujun) Definition: 意味 irregular, unseasonable, abnormal Not regular or consistent; deviating from the normal or expected state; often used for weather, health, or procedures. Type: Noun, な-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 不 (ふ)

JLPT N1: Understanding 不景気 (fukeiki) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 不景気 【ふけいき】 (fukeiki) Definition: 意味 recession, economic slump, economic downturn A state where economic activity is stagnant or declining, characterized by decreasing production, sales, employment, and consumer spending. It often indicates a period of financial difficulty for businesses and individuals within a country or global economy. Type:

JLPT N1: Understanding 不吉 (fukitsu) JLPT N1 Vocabulary 不吉 【ふきつ】 (fukitsu) Definition: 意味 ominous, inauspicious, unlucky Suggesting that something bad is going to happen Boding ill; ill-omened; unlucky; inauspicious Having a negative or threatening significance Type: Noun, な-adjective Level: JLPT N1 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N1 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 不 (ふ) – not, un-