Japanese word archive

A structure built over a river, road, or gap so people can cross from one side to the other.

To reach something or to arrive at a destination; also used when a message, letter, or feeling gets through to someone.

A window — an opening in a wall or vehicle that lets in light and air, usually covered with glass.

A tear (the drop of liquid that comes from the eye when someone cries or feels strong emotion).

Preparation; getting ready for something. Often used as 準備する (to prepare).

A view or scenery that you can see from a place, especially one that is beautiful.

To gather or come together in one place, as people or things.

Cool and comfortable in temperature, especially describing pleasant weather or a refreshing breeze.

To start or begin doing something. Used when a person initiates an action or activity.

To feel or show happiness and delight; to be pleased about something.

To decide or determine something; to make a choice or set something as final.

A dream — either the images and stories you experience while sleeping, or a strong hope or goal for the future.

To tell or pass on information, feelings, or a message to someone else.

To rest, to take a break, or to be absent from school or work.

A road, path, or way — both a physical route you walk or drive on, and a direction or method for doing something.

A flower; the blossom of a plant. Also used to mean the most beautiful or finest part of something.

To work or labor, especially at a job or physical task. It describes the act of doing productive activity, usually for pay.

Rain; the water that falls from clouds in the sky.

To listen to something, or to ask someone a question. One of the most everyday verbs in Japanese.

The sky; the open expanse of air and atmosphere above the ground.

A smiling face; the expression on someone's face when they are happy or friendly.

To forget something, or to leave something behind by accident.

To memorize or learn something; also, to feel or experience a sensation.

The activity of going to shops to buy things; shopping.

A friend; a person you know well and like spending time with.

To eat food or a meal. One of the most common and essential verbs in everyday Japanese.

A trip or journey to another place; to travel somewhere. Often used for leisure or business travel.