Master JLPT N2 vocabulary with detailed word lists, meanings, example sentences, and usage notes. Boost your Japanese skills and prepare effectively for the N2 exam.
JLPT N2: Understanding 心細い (kokorobosoi) JLPT N2 Vocabulary 心細い 【こころぼそい】 (kokorobosoi) Definition: 意味 helpless, forlorn, lonely, uneasy Feeling of being insecure or anxious due to a lack of support, companionship, or certainty Describes a state of being disheartened or vulnerable often when alone or in an unfamiliar situation Type: I-adjective Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary Tag: […]
JLPT N2: Understanding 心強い (kokorozuyoi) – Feeling Reassured JLPT N2 Vocabulary 心強い 【こころづよい】 (kokorozuyoi) Definition: 意味 reassuring, heartening, feeling secure Feeling secure or confident due to support, assistance, or a favorable situation. Giving one courage or strength; encouraging. Reliable or dependable, making one feel at ease. Type: I-adjective Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N2
JLPT N2: Mastering 悔しい (kuyashii) – Expressing Frustration and Regret JLPT N2 Vocabulary 悔しい 【くやしい】 (kuyashii) Definition: 意味 frustrating; regrettable; vexing Feeling frustrated, disappointed, or mortified. Occurs when one has failed, lost, or been treated unfairly. A strong sense of chagrin or annoyance. At one’s inability to achieve something. Or at a missed opportunity. Often
JLPT N2: Mastering 薄暗い (usugurai) – Dimly Lit & Gloomy JLPT N2 Vocabulary 薄暗い 【うすぐらい】 (usugurai) Definition: 意味 dimly lit (of a place) not brightly lit; shadowy gloomy; dusky; somber Type: I-adjective Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N2 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 薄 (うす) – thin, faint 暗 (くら) – dark 明 (あか)
JLPT N2: Mastering 詳しい (kuwashii) – Detailed, Thorough, Well-informed JLPT N2 Vocabulary 詳しい 【くわしい】 (kuwashii) Definition: 意味 detailed, thorough, well-informed Describes information or an account as being comprehensive and thorough. Indicates a deep understanding or extensive knowledge about a specific subject. Refers to a person who is an expert or highly knowledgeable in a particular
JLPT N2: Mastering 恐ろしい (osoroshii) – Frightening, Terrible, Dreadful JLPT N2 Vocabulary 恐ろしい 【おそろしい】 (osoroshii) Definition: 意味 frightening; terrible; dreadful Describes something that causes fear, terror, or dread. Can also be used to express something awful, tremendous, or surprising in a negative sense. Type: い-Adjective Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N2 Adjectives Vocabulary List
JLPT N2: Mastering 眩しい (mabushii) JLPT N2 Vocabulary 眩しい 【まぶしい】 (mabushii) Definition: 意味 dazzling, bright, radiant Describes something that is very bright, and makes it difficult to see, like the sun or a strong light. It can be translated as ‘dazzling,’ ‘blinding,’ or ‘glaring.’ Also used metaphorically for someone or something that is brilliantly attractive,
JLPT N2 Vocabulary: Mastering 厳しい (Kibishii) – Strict, Severe, Harsh JLPT N2 Vocabulary 厳しい 【きびしい】 (kibishii) Definition: 意味 strict, severe, harsh Used to describe something or someone that is unyielding, firm, or demanding in standards or behavior. Refers to strict rules, discipline, or teachers. Can also describe severe conditions or situations, such as weather, economic
JLPT N2: Mastering 激しい (hageshii) – Intense & Fierce JLPT N2 Vocabulary 激しい 【はげしい】 (hageshii) Definition: 意味 intense, violent, fierce, severe, strong Describes great force, strength, or intensity. Often used for weather (wind, rain, storms). Used for strong, overwhelming emotions (anger, passion, pain). Applicable to vigorous competition, battles, movements. Conveys dynamism, power, often lacks gentleness.
JLPT N2: Mastering 鈍い (nibui) – Dull, Slow, Blunt JLPT N2 Vocabulary 鈍い 【にぶい】 (nibui) Definition: 意味 dull, slow, blunt, dim Describing a physical object’s edge as not sharp; blunt. Referring to a person’s senses, reflexes, or intellect as slow or not keen; slow-witted. Indicating a lack of brightness or clarity in light, sound, or
JLPT N2: Mastering 鋭い (surudoi) – Sharp and Keen JLPT N2 Vocabulary 鋭い 【するどい】 (surudoi) Definition: 意味 sharp; keen; acute Having a fine edge or point, capable of cutting or piercing easily. Showing a quick and penetrating intellect; perceptive. Intense or severe (e.g., pain, vision, sound). Having a strong, distinct, or incisive quality. Type: い-Adjective
JLPT N2: Mastering 眠たい (nemutai) – Feeling Sleepy JLPT N2 Vocabulary 眠たい 【ねむたい】 (nemutai) Definition: 意味 sleepy feeling the need to sleep drowsy tired and wanting to sleep Type: I-adjective Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N2 Adjectives Vocabulary List Related Kanji 眠 (ねむ) – sleep 睡 (すい) – sleep 休 (やす) – rest 疲
JLPT N2: Understanding 懐かしい (natsukashii) JLPT N2 Vocabulary 懐かしい 【なつかしい】 (natsukashii) Definition: 意味 nostalgic; evoking fond memories Feeling nostalgic for something from the past. Evoking fond memories or a sense of longing for a bygone time. Often used when encountering something or someone after a long time, bringing back pleasant recollections. Type: I-adjective Level: JLPT
JLPT N2: Mastering しつこい (shitsukoi) – Persistent & Nagging JLPT N2 Vocabulary しつこい 【しつこい】 (shitsukoi) Definition: 意味 persistent, nagging, stubborn, heavy (taste/smell) Describes someone who is persistent, tenacious, or insistent, often in a negative or annoying way. It can also mean stubborn or unwilling to give up easily when faced with difficulty. Used to describe
JLPT N2: Mastering 相応しい (fusawashii) – Suitable & Appropriate JLPT N2 Vocabulary 相応しい 【ふさわしい】 (fusawashii) Definition: 意味 suitable, appropriate, fitting Well-matched, befitting, or proper for a given situation, person, or purpose. Indicates that something meets the requirements or expectations for a particular role or context. Type: い-adjective Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N2 Adjectives
JLPT N2: Mastering 平たい (hiratai) – Meaning & Usage JLPT N2 Vocabulary 平たい 【ひらたい】 (hiratai) Definition: 意味 flat; even; plain; simple Describes something that has a smooth, level surface, lacking height or depth. Can also refer to something that is easy to understand, straightforward, or not complex (plain/simple). Often used to describe physical objects that
JLPT N2: Understanding 久しい (hisashii) JLPT N2 Vocabulary 久しい 【ひさしい】 (hisashii) Definition: 意味 long time, a long time ago referring to a long period of time that has passed implying a sense of ‘it’s been a while’ or ‘not for a long time Type: い-adjective Level: JLPT N2 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N2 Adjectives Vocabulary List
JLPT N2: Understanding 馬鹿馬鹿しい (bakabakashii) JLPT N2 Vocabulary 馬鹿馬鹿しい 【ばかばかしい】 (bakabakashii) Definition: 意味 ridiculous, absurd, silly, foolish Expresses a strong sense that something is utterly pointless, nonsensical, or lacking any serious value or good sense. Often conveys a feeling of exasperation or disdain for the foolishness of a situation or statement. It is an intensified
JLPT N2: Understanding 逞しい (takumashii) JLPT N2 Vocabulary 逞しい 【たくましい】 (takumashii) Definition: 意味 strong; robust; powerful; sturdy; brawny; virile; indomitable; tenacious; resilient Refers to someone or something that is physically strong and well-built. Can also describe someone who is mentally strong, resilient, and resourceful, able to overcome difficulties. Often carries a positive connotation of being
JLPT N2: Mastering 疑わしい (utagawashii) – Doubtful, Suspicious JLPT N2 Vocabulary 疑わしい 【うたがわしい】 (utagawashii) Definition: 意味 doubtful, suspicious, questionable, unreliable Expresses a state where something is not certain or when there are reasons to doubt its truth or reliability. Often implies a lack of trust or a feeling that something is not right. Can be
