N3 vocabulary

JLPT N3: Understanding メッセージ (messēji) JLPT N3 Vocabulary メッセージ (messēji) Definition: 意味 message a piece of information, communication, or a brief statement can be written, spoken, or conveyed digitally Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 言 (ことば) – word, speech 聞 (きく) – hear, ask 話 (はなす) – talk, […]

JLPT N3: Mastering 「メイク」 (Meiku) – Your Guide to Japanese Makeup Vocabulary JLPT N3 Vocabulary メイク (meiku) Definition: 意味 makeup, cosmetics Cosmetics applied to the face to enhance or alter appearance. The act of applying cosmetics. Often used to refer to face makeup. Can be used as a noun or combined with する to form

JLPT N3: Mastering メーター (mētaa) – Understanding Measurement Devices JLPT N3 Vocabulary メーター (mētaa) Definition: 意味 meter, gauge, counter A device used for measuring and indicating the amount, quantity, or level of something. Commonly refers to various instruments like speedometers, odometers, gas meters, electricity meters, water meters, taxi meters, and parking meters. Also used in

JLPT N3: Mastering 「ミリ・ミリメートル」 (Milli / Millimeter) JLPT N3 Vocabulary ミリ・ミリメートル (miri・mirimētoru) Definition: 意味 milli / millimeter 「ミリ (miri)」 is a common abbreviation for 「ミリメートル (mirimētoru)」. Both refer to the unit of length equal to one-thousandth of a meter. It is widely used in Japan for expressing small lengths or dimensions. Often seen in contexts

JLPT N3: Understanding ミス (misu) JLPT N3 Vocabulary ミス (misu) Definition: 意味 mistake, error, fault A noun derived from the English word ‘mistake’. Refers to an unintentional action or judgment that is incorrect or inappropriate. Often used in various contexts such as sports, work, or daily life. Can also describe a failure, an oversight, or

JLPT N3: Understanding ミーティング (miitingu) JLPT N3 Vocabulary ミーティング (miitingu) Definition: 意味 meeting A planned gathering of people for discussion or to achieve a specific goal. Often used in business or formal settings. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 会 (かい) – meeting, association 話 (はな.す) – talk, speak

JLPT N3: Understanding マラソン (marason) – Marathon JLPT N3 Vocabulary マラソン (marason) Definition: 意味 marathon A long-distance running race, typically 42.195 kilometers (26 miles 385 yards). Can also refer to an event or activity characterized by great length or endurance. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 走 (はし) –

JLPT N3: Understanding マイナス (mainasu) JLPT N3 Vocabulary マイナス (mainasu) Definition: 意味 Minus, Negative Refers to a quantity less than zero, often indicated by a minus sign (-). Describes a disadvantage, drawback, or negative aspect of something. Can also mean a loss in financial or business contexts. Used to indicate a lower or undesirable state

JLPT N3: Mastering 「ポスト」 (posuto) – Mailboxes and Beyond JLPT N3 Vocabulary ポスト (posuto) Definition: 意味 Post; Mailbox; Post office; “Post-” (prefix); Position A container, usually red, where letters and postcards are deposited for mailing. Refers to the postal service or post office itself, though 郵便局 (yūbinkyoku) is more common for the building. Used as

JLPT N3: Understanding ポスター (posutaa) JLPT N3 Vocabulary ポスター (posutaa) Definition: 意味 poster a printed picture, notice, or advertisement put on a wall or board, often for public display Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 見 (みる) – to see 絵 (え) – picture 紙 (かみ) – paper 広

JLPT N3: Understanding ホームページ (hoomupeeji) JLPT N3 Vocabulary ホームページ (hoomupeeji) Definition: 意味 Website; Homepage Refers to a website in general, often used interchangeably with ウェブサイト (webusaito). Can also specifically mean the main page or front page of a website. It is a common loanword (gairaigo) derived from the English word “homepage”. Type: Noun Level: JLPT

JLPT N3: Understanding ホーム (hoomu) JLPT N3 Vocabulary ホーム (hoomu) Definition: 意味 Platform; Home Refers to a platform at a train station, bus stop, or airport, where passengers wait to board or alight. Also refers to ‘home’ in a general sense, like a home base or origin point, especially in contexts such as sports or

JLPT N3: Understanding ボーナス (bōnasu) JLPT N3 Vocabulary ボーナス (bōnasu) Definition: 意味 bonus a special payment given to an employee, often as a reward for good performance or as an incentive. an extra payment added to a person’s wages, especially as a share of profits or for good work. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary

JLPT N3: Mastering ボート (bōto) – The Japanese Word for Boat JLPT N3 Vocabulary ボート (bōto) Definition: 意味 boat a small vessel for travel on water often refers to a rowboat or a motorboat for recreation Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 船 (ふね) – boat, ship 海 (うみ)

JLPT N3: Mastering 「ベルト」 (beruto) – Belt JLPT N3 Vocabulary ベルト (beruto) Definition: 意味 belt A strip of material, usually leather or fabric, worn around the waist to hold up clothing or as a fashion accessory. A safety belt (e.g., seatbelt in a car, or an aircraft seatbelt). A conveyor belt used in factories or

JLPT N3: Understanding ペットボトル (Petto Botoru) JLPT N3 Vocabulary ペットボトル (petto botoru) Definition: 意味 PET bottle; plastic bottle A lightweight and durable bottle made from polyethylene terephthalate (PET), commonly used for beverages like water, tea, and soft drinks. Often referred to simply as a “plastic bottle” in English. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag:

JLPT N3: Understanding プログラム (puroguramu) JLPT N3 Vocabulary プログラム (puroguramu) Definition: 意味 program A set of instructions or code for a computer to perform a task. A scheduled broadcast on television or radio, or a show/performance. A plan of activities or events, such as for a meeting, concert, or exercise routine. Type: Noun Level: JLPT

JLPT N3: Understanding プラン (puran) – Your Plan for Success! JLPT N3 Vocabulary プラン (puran) Definition: 意味 plan, scheme, project, program A detailed proposal for doing or achieving something, often involving a series of actions. A strategy or intention. A blueprint or design for a project. An arranged program or schedule. Type: Noun Level: JLPT

JLPT N3: Understanding プラス (purasu) – Meaning “Plus” and More! JLPT N3 Vocabulary プラス (purasu) Definition: 意味 Plus; Positive; Addition; Advantage Used to indicate mathematical addition, like ‘2 + 3’. Refers to a positive value, for example, in temperature or numbers. Expresses an advantage, benefit, or a good point in a situation. Can also mean

JLPT N3: Discovering ブラジル (Burajiru) – Brazil JLPT N3 Vocabulary ブラジル (Burajiru) Definition: 意味 Brazil A large country in South America, known for its vibrant culture, diverse ecosystems, famous carnivals, and strong football tradition. Type: Noun Level: JLPT N3 Vocabulary Tag: katakana foreign words Related Kanji 国 (くに) – country 南 (みなみ) – south 人