Master JLPT N3 vocabulary with detailed word lists, meanings, example sentences, and usage notes. Boost your Japanese skills and prepare effectively for the N3 exam.
JLPT N3 Vocabulary: Mastering 半ば (nakaba) for Halfway & Middle JLPT N3 Vocabulary 半ば 【なかば】 (nakaba) Definition: 意味 middle, half, halfway the middle of something; halfway through an action or process partly, almost, partially (often implying an incomplete state) half of something, a portion or segment midway, in the course of something Type: Noun, Adverb […]
JLPT N3 Vocabulary: Mastering 木曜 (Mokuyou) – Thursday JLPT N3 Vocabulary 木曜 【もくよう】 (mokuyou) Definition: 意味 Thursday The fourth day of the week, following Wednesday and preceding Friday. Named after 木星 (mokusei), the planet Jupiter (lit. ‘wood star’). Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N3 Nouns Vocabulary List Related Kanji 木 (き) –
JLPT N3 Vocabulary: Unlocking the Appeal of 魅力 (miryoku) JLPT N3 Vocabulary 魅力 【みりょく】 (miryoku) Definition: 意味 charm, appeal, fascination The quality of being attractive, pleasing, or interesting. An enchanting quality that draws others in; allure. The power to attract or entice; charisma. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N3 Nouns Vocabulary List
JLPT N3 Vocabulary: Understanding 味方 (mikata) JLPT N3 Vocabulary 味方 【みかた】 (mikata) Definition: 意味 ally, friend, supporter A person or group who is on your side, supporting you in an argument, conflict, or difficult situation. Someone who gives you help and assistance. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N3 Nouns Vocabulary List Related
JLPT N3 Vocabulary: Mastering 飯 (meshi) – More Than Just Rice! JLPT N3 Vocabulary 飯 【めし】 (meshi) Definition: 意味 cooked rice; meal Refers to cooked rice, often implying a full serving. Can also mean a general “meal” (breakfast, lunch, dinner), especially in informal contexts. Often used in a more casual, sometimes masculine, way compared to
JLPT N3 Vocabulary: Understanding 満足 (manzoku) JLPT N3 Vocabulary 満足 【まんぞく】 (manzoku) Definition: 意味 satisfaction, contentment The feeling of being pleased or happy with a situation, outcome, or item. A state of having one’s desires or needs fulfilled. Can be used as a noun (満足) or a verb (満足する – to be satisfied). Type: Noun,
JLPT N3 Vocabulary: Mastering 万一 (man’ichi) for ‘In Case’ Scenarios JLPT N3 Vocabulary 万一 【まんいち】 (man’ichi) Definition: 意味 by any chance, in case, if by some remote chance Expresses a low probability of something happening, but emphasizes the importance of being prepared or considering the possibility. Often translated as ‘by any chance’, ‘in case’, or
JLPT N3 Vocabulary: Mastering 真っ赤 (makka) – Bright Red! JLPT N3 Vocabulary 真っ赤 【まっか】 (makka) Definition: 意味 bright red, crimson Describes something intensely or vividly red. Often used to express a face turning red from embarrassment, anger, or exertion. Can also convey “bloodshot” for eyes or “red-hot” for metal. Type: な-adjective / Noun Level: JLPT
JLPT N3 Vocabulary: Mastering 真面目 (Majime) – Serious & Diligent JLPT N3 Vocabulary 真面目 【まじめ】 (majime) Definition: 意味 Serious, diligent, earnest Being earnest and not joking Being diligent and hardworking Having a sincere and upright character Not frivolous or superficial Type: な-adjective / Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N3 Nouns Vocabulary List Related
JLPT N3 Vocabulary: Understanding 急速 (kyūsoku) JLPT N3 Vocabulary 急速 【きゅうそく】 (kyūsoku) Definition: 意味 rapid, sudden very quick; swift; prompt rapid; sudden; abrupt; precipitate Type: な-adjective, Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N3 Nouns Vocabulary List Related Kanji 急 (きゅう) – urgent, sudden 速 (そく) – quick, speed 早 (はや) – early, fast 進
JLPT N3 Vocabulary: Mastering 吸収 (kyuushuu) JLPT N3 Vocabulary 吸収 【きゅうしゅう】 (kyuushuu) Definition: 意味 absorption, assimilation The act of taking something in, such as liquid, gas, or information. To assimilate knowledge or culture. To take up and incorporate something into an existing whole. Type: Noun / Suru-verb Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N3 Nouns
JLPT N3 Vocabulary: Mastering 強力 (kyouryoku) JLPT N3 Vocabulary 強力 【きょうりょく】 (kyouryoku) Definition: 意味 powerful; strong; intense Possessing great strength, influence, or effectiveness. Used to describe something or someone with significant power or intensity. Can refer to physical strength, influential power, or strong effects. Type: Noun, な-adjective Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N3 Nouns
JLPT N3 Vocabulary: Understanding 協力 (kyouryoku) JLPT N3 Vocabulary 協力 【きょうりょく】 (kyouryoku) Definition: 意味 cooperation, collaboration Working together with others to achieve a common goal or purpose. Offering assistance or support in a joint effort or task. Type: Noun (can be a する verb) Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N3 Nouns Vocabulary List Related
JLPT N3 Vocabulary: Mastering 「教科書」 (Kyoukasho) JLPT N3 Vocabulary 教科書 【きょうかしょ】 (kyoukasho) Definition: 意味 textbook a book used as a standard work for the study of a particular subject educational book, curriculum material Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N3 Nouns Vocabulary List Related Kanji 教 (きょう) – teach, doctrine 科 (か) –
JLPT N3 Vocabulary: Mastering 訓練 (kunren) – Training and Practice JLPT N3 Vocabulary 訓練 【くんれん】 (kunren) Definition: 意味 Training; Practice; Drill The act of systematically teaching or learning skills and knowledge, often for a specific purpose or profession. Also refers to repeated exercises to improve performance or skills. Type: Noun (Suru-verb) Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary
JLPT N3 Vocabulary: Mastering 高速 (kousoku) – High Speed JLPT N3 Vocabulary 高速 【こうそく】 (kousoku) Definition: 意味 high speed, rapid Describes something that moves or operates at a very quick pace. Often used in combination with other words like roads (高速道路) or trains (高速列車) to indicate ‘express’ or ‘high-speed’. Can also describe the state of
JLPT N3 Vocabulary: Understanding 今回 (konkai) JLPT N3 Vocabulary 今回 【こんかい】 (konkai) Definition: 意味 this time; now refers to the current occasion or instance used when talking about something happening at the present time Type: Noun, Adverb Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT N3 Nouns Vocabulary List Related Kanji 今 (いま) – now 回 (かい)
JLPT N3 Vocabulary: Mastering 今後 (kongo) – “From Now On” JLPT N3 Vocabulary 今後 【こんご】 (kongo) Definition: 意味 from now on; hereafter Describes a period starting from the present moment and extending indefinitely into the future. Often used in formal or semi-formal contexts, such as announcements, policies, or statements of intent. Indicates a change in
JLPT N3 Vocabulary: Mastering 国民 (kokumin) – Citizen, National JLPT N3 Vocabulary 国民 【こくみん】 (kokumin) Definition: 意味 citizen; national; people The people who belong to a specific nation or country, encompassing all individuals under its jurisdiction. It can refer to the general populace or an individual citizen. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: JLPT
JLPT N3 Vocabulary: Understanding 国語 (kokugo) JLPT N3 Vocabulary 国語 【こくご】 (kokugo) Definition: 意味 national language; Japanese language (as a school subject) The official language of a country. The Japanese language. Especially when taught as a subject in Japanese schools. Often refers to the language spoken. By the people of a specific nation. Type: Noun
