Essential Verbs

Introduction

N3 verbs represent a major expansion of your active vocabulary. These intermediate verbs — from 主張する (to assert) to 伴う (to accompany) — are essential for expressing complex ideas and understanding written Japanese.

Many of these verbs form the basis for important compound expressions and grammatical patterns at the N3 level and beyond.

Themes

All JLPT N3 Vocabulary in This Chapter (583)

1. 与える あたえる To give; to bestow; to grant. Used when giving something to someone, often from a position of authority or superiority.
2. 奪う うばう To snatch; to steal; to rob; to take away by force. Implies forceful or unjust removal of something.
3. 失う うしなう To lose; to be deprived of. Refers to losing something one previously had, whether tangible or abstract.
4. 求める もとめる To seek; to request; to demand; to desire. Used when actively pursuing something wanted or needed.
5. 望む のぞむ To desire; to hope for; to wish. Expresses a strong or earnest wish for something, often something significant.
6. 願う ねがう To wish; to hope; to pray for. Used when earnestly requesting or hoping for something, often with a sense of reverence.
7. 信じる しんじる To believe; to trust; to have faith in. Used for believing in people, ideas, or statements.
8. 疑う うたがう To doubt; to suspect; to be sceptical of. Expresses uncertainty or distrust about the truth of something.
9. 確かめる たしかめる To confirm; to verify; to make sure; to check. Used when actively checking the truth or accuracy of something.
10. 確認する かくにんする To confirm; to verify; to check. A formal way of expressing the act of confirming information, schedules, or facts.
11. 認める みとめる To recognise; to acknowledge; to admit; to approve. A versatile verb with multiple related meanings.
12. 否定する ひていする To deny; to negate; to reject. Used to express disagreement with or rejection of a statement, idea, or claim.
13. 肯定する こうていする To affirm; to approve; to endorse. Used to express agreement with or validation of a statement, idea, or proposal.
14. 主張する しゅちょうする To assert; to claim; to insist; to argue. Used when firmly stating one's position or opinion.
15. 説得する せっとくする To persuade; to convince. Used when trying to change someone's mind or get them to agree through reasoning.
16. 訴える うったえる To appeal; to sue; to complain; to report. Used when bringing something to someone's attention or taking legal action.
17. 抗議する こうぎする To protest; to object; to lodge a complaint. Used when formally expressing opposition or disagreement.
18. 要求する ようきゅうする To demand; to require; to request firmly. Used when making a strong request or stating what is needed.
19. 命令する めいれいする To order; to command; to direct. Used when giving authoritative instructions that must be followed.
20. 指示する しじする To instruct; to direct; to indicate. Used when giving specific directions or guidance on what to do.
21. 指導する しどうする To guide; to coach; to lead; to instruct. Used when providing sustained guidance or mentorship in learning or training.
22. 評価する ひょうかする To evaluate; to assess; to appraise. Used when judging the value, quality, or significance of something.
23. 批判する ひはんする To criticise; to censure. Used when expressing disapproval or pointing out faults in something or someone.
24. 賞賛する しょうさんする To praise; to commend; to admire. Used when expressing high approval or admiration for someone's achievements or qualities.
25. 非難する ひなんする To blame; to condemn; to censure. Used when strongly criticising someone for wrongdoing or failure.
26. 含む ふくむ To contain; to include. Used when something holds or encompasses something else within it.
27. 除く のぞく To remove; to exclude; to eliminate. Used for taking away unwanted elements or making exceptions.
28. 加える くわえる To add; to append; to include additionally. Used for putting something extra into a group or mixture.
29. 省く はぶく To omit; to leave out; to cut down on. Used when skipping unnecessary parts or reducing effort.
30. 補う おぎなう To supplement; to make up for; to compensate. Used when filling a gap or shortage.
31. 満たす みたす To satisfy; to fulfill; to fill. Used for meeting conditions, satisfying desires, or filling containers.
32. 越える こえる To cross over; to go beyond; to exceed. Used for physically crossing boundaries or surpassing limits.
33. 及ぶ およぶ To reach; to extend to; to amount to. Used when an effect, influence, or scope extends to something.
34. 達する たっする To reach; to attain; to arrive at a level or point. Used for reaching goals, levels, or amounts.
35. 至る いたる To arrive at; to reach; to lead to. Used for reaching a conclusion, state, or destination.
36. 示す しめす To show; to indicate; to demonstrate. Used for presenting evidence, data, or directions.
37. 表す あらわす To represent; to express; to signify. Used for symbols, words, or actions that convey meaning.
38. 述べる のべる To state; to express; to mention. Used for formally expressing opinions or facts.
39. 語る かたる To talk about; to narrate; to tell a story. Used for recounting experiences or telling tales in detail.
40. 論じる ろんじる To discuss; to argue; to debate. Used for intellectual or academic discussion of topics.
41. 導く みちびく To guide; to lead; to conduct. Used for leading people or bringing about a result.
42. 促す うながす To urge; to encourage; to prompt. Used for pushing someone toward action or drawing attention.
43. 妨げる さまたげる To hinder; to obstruct; to prevent. Used when something blocks or interferes with progress.
44. 防ぐ ふせぐ To defend against; to protect against; to prevent. Used for blocking threats or stopping problems before they occur.
45. 避ける さける To avoid; to evade; to steer clear of. Used for keeping away from danger, trouble, or undesirable situations.
46. 追う おう To chase; to pursue; to follow. Used for running after something or following a trail.
47. 追いかける おいかける To chase; to run after; to pursue. Used for actively running after someone or something.
48. 逃がす にがす To let escape; to set free; to release. Used for allowing something to get away, either intentionally or by mistake.
49. 支える ささえる To support; to hold up; to sustain. Used for both physical and emotional support.
50. 頼る たよる To rely on; to depend on; to count on. Used when needing help or support from someone or something.
51. 依存する いぞんする To depend on; to rely on. Describes a state of dependence, often with negative implications such as addiction or over-reliance.
52. 独立する どくりつする To become independent; to stand on one's own. Used for personal, national, or organisational independence.
53. 響く ひびく To resound; to echo; to be heard far away. Describes sounds that carry, reverberate, or have a lasting impact.
54. 影響する えいきょうする To influence; to affect; to have an impact on. One of the most common words for describing cause-and-effect relationships.
55. 反映する はんえいする To reflect; to mirror; to incorporate. Used when something shows or includes the influence of something else.
56. 反応する はんのうする To react; to respond. Used for physical, chemical, emotional, and social reactions.
57. 生じる しょうじる To produce; to arise; to occur. A somewhat formal verb describing the emergence of a situation, problem, or result.
58. 発生する はっせいする To occur; to arise; to break out. Describes the emergence of events, problems, or natural phenomena.
59. 存在する そんざいする To exist; to be present. A formal way to express the existence of something, often abstract or significant.
60. 消滅する しょうめつする To disappear completely; to become extinct; to perish. Describes the total cessation of something that once existed.
61. 成長する せいちょうする To grow; to develop; to mature. Used for physical growth of living things and figurative personal or economic growth.
62. 発展する はってんする To develop; to expand; to flourish. Describes the advancement of cities, economies, industries, or relationships.
63. 進歩する しんぽする To progress; to advance; to make strides. Describes improvement or forward movement in skills, technology, or knowledge.
64. 衰退する すいたいする To decline; to wane; to deteriorate. Describes the gradual weakening or decay of something that was once strong or thriving.
65. 対応する たいおうする To deal with; to handle; to correspond to. A versatile verb used for responding to situations and matching pairs.
66. 処理する しょりする To process; to handle; to dispose of. Describes the systematic handling or management of tasks, data, or waste.
67. 解決する かいけつする To solve; to resolve; to settle. Used for finding solutions to problems, disputes, or difficult situations.
68. 克服する こくふくする To overcome; to conquer; to surmount. Used for triumphing over difficulties, fears, or weaknesses.
69. 冷ます さます To cool something down; to let something cool. The transitive verb for actively reducing the temperature of food, drinks, or situations.
70. 覚ます さます To awaken; to wake someone up; to bring to one's senses. The transitive verb for making someone wake up or become alert.
71. 冷める さめる To become cool; to cool down; to wear off. The intransitive verb for temperature dropping or enthusiasm fading.
72. 覚める さめる To wake up; to awaken; to come to one's senses. The intransitive verb for regaining consciousness or clarity.
73. 参加 さんか Participation; joining in; taking part. A fundamental word for engaging in events, activities, and groups.
74. 支給 しきゅう Payment; provision; supply. Refers to officially providing money, goods, or materials, typically by an organisation or institution.
75. 刺激 しげき Stimulus; stimulation; incentive. A versatile word for anything that provokes a reaction, whether physical, emotional, or intellectual.
76. 自殺 じさつ Suicide. The act of intentionally taking one's own life.
77. 支出 ししゅつ Expenditure; expenses. Money paid out or spent.
78. 沈む しずむ To sink; to go down. Also means to feel depressed or gloomy.
79. 従う したがう To obey; to follow; to abide by rules or instructions.
80. 実現 じつげん Realization; implementation; materialization. Making something become reality.
81. 実行 じっこう Execution; practice; carrying out an action or plan.
82. 実施 じっし Enforcement; implementation; carrying out a policy, survey, or event.
83. じっと じっと Still; motionlessly; patiently. Remaining in one position without moving.
84. 失望 しつぼう Disappointment; despair. A feeling of lost hope or expectation.
85. 指導 しどう Guidance; leadership; coaching. Directing or teaching someone.
86. 支配 しはい Rule; control; domination. Exercising authority or power over something.
87. 支払う しはらう To pay. To hand over money for goods, services, or debts.
88. 死亡 しぼう Death. A formal term for the event of dying.
89. 自慢 じまん Pride; boasting. Talking proudly about one's own achievements or possessions.
90. 喋る しゃべる To talk; to chat; to chatter. Casual word for speaking or conversing.
91. 収穫 しゅうかく Harvest; crop. The gathering of ripe produce from fields.
92. 重視 じゅうし Emphasis; importance. Placing high value on something.
93. 修正 しゅうせい Amendment; correction; revision. Fixing errors or making improvements.
94. 集中 しゅうちゅう Concentration; focusing. Directing attention or effort to one point.
95. 宿泊 しゅくはく Lodging; accommodation. Staying overnight at a hotel, inn, or similar establishment.
96. 主張 しゅちょう Claim; assertion; insistence. Stating one's opinion or position firmly.
97. 出場 しゅつじょう Participation; entry. Competing or appearing in a contest, game, or event.
98. 使用 しよう Use; application; employment. The act of using something for a purpose.
99. 障害 しょうがい Obstacle; impediment; disability. Something that hinders progress or function.
100. 上達 じょうたつ Improvement; progress; advancement in skill.
101. 衝突 しょうとつ Collision; conflict. A physical crash or a clash of opinions and interests.
102. 承認 しょうにん Approval; recognition. Officially accepting or acknowledging something.
103. 商売 しょうばい Trade; business; commerce. The activity of buying and selling goods or services.
104. 省略 しょうりゃく Omission; abbreviation; abridgment. Leaving out or shortening something.
105. 署名 しょめい Signature. The act of signing one's name on a document.
106. 進学 しんがく Going on to higher education. Advancing to the next level of schooling.
107. 信仰 しんこう Religious faith; belief. Deep trust in a religion or spiritual practice.
108. 審判 しんぱん Umpire; referee; judgment. A person who officiates a game, or the act of judging.
109. 進歩 しんぽ Progress; improvement; development. Moving forward toward a better state.
110. 信用 しんよう Trust; confidence; credit. Believing in someone's reliability or honesty.
111. 信頼 しんらい Trust; reliance; confidence. Depending on someone with assurance.
112. 推薦 すいせん Recommendation. Formally suggesting someone or something as worthy.
113. 救う すくう To rescue; to save; to help out of trouble. Delivering someone from danger or hardship.
114. 優れる すぐれる To excel; to surpass; to be superior. Being outstanding in quality or ability.
115. スケート スケート Skating; skates. The activity of gliding on ice or a surface with skates.
116. 進める すすめる To advance; to promote; to hasten. Moving something forward or speeding up progress.
117. 勧める すすめる To recommend; to advise; to urge someone to do something.
118. 済ませる すませる To finish; to get something done; to settle. Completing a task or wrapping things up.
119. すれ違う すれちがう To pass by one another; to miss each other. Going past someone coming from the opposite direction.
120. ずれる ずれる To slip; to shift; to be off. Something moving out of its proper position or alignment.
121. 制限 せいげん Restriction; limitation; restraint. Setting a boundary or limit on something.
122. 成功 せいこう Success. Achieving a desired aim or result.
123. 製造 せいぞう Manufacture; production. Making products in a factory or industrial setting.
124. 成長 せいちょう Growth; development. The process of growing physically, mentally, or in scale.
125. 生長 せいちょう Growth (biological). The process of a living organism growing in size.
126. 設計 せっけい Plan; design. The act of creating detailed plans or blueprints for something to be built or implemented.
127. 合図 あいず Sign; signal. A prearranged gesture, sound, or action used to communicate a message.
128. 愛する あいする To love. A deep, sincere expression of love for people, places, or things.
129. 握手 あくしゅ Handshake. The act of shaking hands as a greeting or agreement.
130. 預かる あずかる To keep something for someone; to take custody of. To look after something entrusted to you.
131. 預ける あずける To give into custody; to deposit; to entrust. To leave something in someone else's care.
132. 温まる あたたまる To warm up; to get warm. Used for both physical warming and figurative warmth of the heart.
133. 当たる あたる To be hit; to strike; to be successful. A versatile verb covering contact, accuracy, and luck.
134. あちこち あちこち Here and there; all over the place. Indicates multiple scattered locations or directions.
135. 扱う あつかう To treat; to handle; to deal with. Used for managing things, people, or situations.
136. 当てる あてる To hit (a target); to apply to; to guess correctly. The transitive counterpart of 当たる.
137. 争う あらそう To dispute; to argue; to fight; to compete. To engage in conflict or rivalry with someone.
138. 著す あらわす To write (a book); to publish; to author. A literary verb for creating written works.
139. 現れる あらわれる To appear; to become visible; to emerge. Used when something or someone comes into view.
140. 合わせる あわせる To combine; to match; to adjust. To bring things together or into alignment.
141. 慌てる あわてる To become confused; to panic; to be flustered. To lose composure due to surprise or urgency.
142. 維持 いじ Maintenance; preservation; upkeep. Keeping something in its current state or condition.
143. 意識 いしき Consciousness; awareness; senses. Both the state of being conscious and deliberate awareness of something.
144. 抱く いだく To hold; to embrace; to harbor (feelings). A literary verb for physically or emotionally holding something close.
145. いたずら いたずら Trick; practical joke; mischief; prank. Playful or naughty behavior, especially by children.
146. 一致 いっち Agreement; conformity; match. When two or more things correspond or align perfectly.
147. 移動 いどう Movement; migration; transfer. The act of moving from one place to another.
148. 居眠り いねむり Dozing; nodding off. Falling asleep unintentionally while sitting or in a non-sleeping setting.
149. 違反 いはん Violation; infringement. Breaking a rule, law, or regulation.
150. イメージ イメージ Image; impression. A mental picture or the way something is perceived.
151. 依頼 いらい Request; commission. A formal act of asking someone to do something.
152. いらいら いらいら Irritation; getting nervous. A state of growing frustration or impatience.
153. 祝う いわう To celebrate; to congratulate. Expressing joy for a happy event or achievement.
154. 印刷 いんさつ Printing. The process of reproducing text or images on paper or other materials.
155. インタビュー インタビュー Interview. A formal conversation where questions are asked to gather information or opinions.
156. 引用 いんよう Quotation; citation. The act of using words or passages from another source.
157. 動かす うごかす To move; to shift. To cause something to change position or to operate machinery.
158. うっかり うっかり Carelessly; inadvertently. Doing something without proper attention or by mistake.
159. うなる うなる To groan; to moan. To make a low, sustained sound expressing pain, effort, or deep thought.
160. 埋める うずめる To bury; to fill up. To place something underground or to fill a gap or empty space.
161. 裏切る うらぎる To betray; to turn traitor. Breaking someone's trust or acting against an ally.
162. 売れる うれる To sell well; to be sold. Describes something being purchased or becoming popular.
163. 描く えがく To draw; to depict; to describe. Creating visual art or portraying something in words.
164. 演説 えんぜつ Speech; address. A formal public talk delivered to an audience.
165. 追いつく おいつく To catch up; to overtake. Reaching the same level or position as someone ahead.
166. 応援 おうえん Support; cheering; encouragement. Actively backing someone through words or actions.
167. 応じる おうじる To respond; to comply with; to adapt to. Acting in accordance with a request or situation.
168. 横断 おうだん Crossing. Traveling across something from one side to the other.
169. 終える おえる To finish; to complete. Bringing a task or activity to its conclusion.
170. 覆う おおう To cover; to hide; to conceal. Placing something over to protect or hide what is underneath.
171. 押さえる おさえる To hold down; to restrain; to press. Applying pressure to keep something in place or under control.
172. 収める おさめる To store; to put away; to pay; to supply. Placing something in its proper location or delivering what is owed.
173. 治める おさめる To govern; to manage; to subdue. Exercising authority over a domain or bringing order to a situation.
174. お辞儀 おじぎ Bow; bowing. A formal greeting or gesture of respect performed by bending the upper body forward.
175. おしゃべり おしゃべり Chattering; chitchat; a talkative person. Casual conversation or the act of talking a lot.
176. 恐れる おそれる To fear; to be afraid of. Feeling dread or anxiety about something threatening or dangerous.
177. 教わる おそわる To be taught; to learn from someone. Receiving instruction or knowledge from another person.
178. 劣る おとる To be inferior to; to fall behind; to be less than. Being lower in quality, ability, or rank compared to something else.
179. 溺れる おぼれる To drown; to nearly drown; to indulge in. Being submerged in water or becoming excessively absorbed in something.
180. お目にかかる おめにかかる To meet; to see someone. A humble expression used when meeting someone of higher status.
181. 思いつく おもいつく To think of; to hit upon; to come up with. Having a sudden idea or inspiration.
182. 及ぼす およぼす To exert; to cause; to exercise. Making an influence, effect, or impact reach something.
183. 下す くだす To hand down; to pass judgement; to give an order. Issuing a decision or directive from a position of authority.
184. 下ろす おろす To take down; to lower; to drop off; to withdraw money. Physically bringing something from a higher to lower position.
185. 卸す おろす To sell wholesale; to grate vegetables. Selling goods in bulk to retailers or grating food with a grater.
186. 会計 かいけい Account; finance; bill. The managing of money or the act of paying at a restaurant or shop.
187. 解決 かいけつ Settlement; solution; resolution. The act of solving a problem or reaching an answer.
188. 会合 かいごう Meeting; assembly; gathering. A formal or semi-formal occasion where people come together to discuss matters.
189. 開始 かいし Start; commencement; beginning. The formal initiation of an activity, event, or process.
190. 外出 がいしゅつ Outing; going out. Leaving one's home or workplace to go somewhere.
191. 改善 かいぜん Betterment; improvement; reform. Making something better than its current state.
192. 抱える かかえる To hold in one's arms; to carry; to have (a problem or burden). Physically carrying something large or bearing an abstract burden.
193. 輝く かがやく To shine; to glitter; to sparkle. Emitting or reflecting bright light, or being radiant with success or beauty.
194. 限る かぎる To restrict; to limit; to confine. Setting boundaries or establishing that something applies only under specific conditions.
195. 覚悟 かくご Resolution; readiness; preparedness. A firm mental determination to face something difficult or accept consequences.
196. 学習 がくしゅう Study; learning. The systematic process of acquiring knowledge or skills.
197. 隠す かくす To hide; to conceal. Deliberately putting something out of sight or keeping information secret.
198. 拡大 かくだい Magnification; enlargement. Making something bigger or expanding its scope.
199. 隠れる かくれる To hide; to be hidden. To conceal oneself from view or remain out of sight.
200. 囲む かこむ To surround; to encircle. To form a ring or boundary around something.
201. 重なる かさなる To be piled up; to lie on top of one another. Things overlapping or coinciding.
202. 重ねる かさねる To pile up; to put something on another; to heap up. To stack or repeat something.
203. 稼ぐ かせぐ To earn income; to labor. To make money through work or effort.
204. 数える かぞえる To count. To enumerate or calculate the number of something.
205. 片付く かたづく To be put in order; to be settled. Things becoming tidy or a problem being resolved.
206. 活動 かつどう Action; activity. Energetic engagement in some pursuit or organized effort.
207. 活躍 かつやく Activity; active role. Outstanding performance or playing an active part in something.
208. 活用 かつよう Conjugation; practical use. Making effective use of something, or verb/adjective inflection in grammar.
209. 悲しむ かなしむ To be sad; to mourn; to grieve. To feel sorrow or regret over something.
210. 刈る かる To cut (hair); to mow (grass); to harvest. To trim or reap with a cutting tool.
211. 乾かす かわかす To dry. To remove moisture from something by exposing it to air or heat.
212. 感覚 かんかく Sense; sensation. The faculty of perceiving through the body or an intuitive feeling.
213. 歓迎 かんげい Welcome; reception. Receiving someone with pleasure and hospitality.
214. 観察 かんさつ Observation; survey. Carefully watching and examining something over time.
215. 感じる かんじる To feel; to sense. To perceive something through the body, emotions, or intuition.
216. 感心 かんしん Admiration. Being impressed by someone's effort, skill, or behaviour.
217. 関する かんする To concern; to be related to. To have a connection or relevance to a topic.
218. 完成 かんせい Completion; perfection. Finishing something so it is fully done and ready.
219. 乾燥 かんそう Dry; arid; dehydrated. The state of lacking moisture or the process of drying.
220. 完了 かんりょう Completion; conclusion. The state of something being fully finished or done.
221. 期待 きたい Expectation; anticipation; hope. Looking forward to something with hope.
222. 帰宅 きたく Returning home. The act of going back to one's house after being out.
223. きちんと きちんと Precisely; accurately; properly. Doing something in a neat, orderly, and correct manner.
224. 気づく きづく To notice; to recognise; to become aware of something previously unnoticed.
225. 気に入る きにいる To like; to be pleased with. Finding something agreeable or to one's taste.
226. 記入 きにゅう Entry; filling in. Writing information into a form, document, or record.
227. 記念 きねん Commemoration; memorial. Preserving the memory of an event or occasion.
228. 希望 きぼう Hope; wish; aspiration. A desire for something to happen or be true.
229. キャンプ きゃんぷ Camp; camping. Outdoor recreation involving staying in tents or cabins.
230. 休憩 きゅうけい Rest; break; intermission. A pause from work or activity to recover.
231. 吸収 きゅうしゅう Absorption; suction. Taking in or soaking up a substance, knowledge, or entity.
232. 救助 きゅうじょ Relief; aid; rescue. Saving someone from danger or a difficult situation.
233. 休息 きゅうそく Rest; relief; relaxation. A period of recuperation from effort or stress.
234. 競技 きょうぎ Game; match; contest. An athletic or competitive event with rules.
235. 強調 きょうちょう Emphasis; stress. Drawing special attention to a point or idea.
236. 共同 きょうどう Cooperation; collaboration; joint effort. Working together with others on a shared goal.
237. 恐怖 きょうふ Fear; terror. An intense feeling of dread or fright.
238. 嫌う きらう To hate; to dislike; to loathe. A strong feeling of aversion toward something.
239. 切れる きれる To cut well; to be sharp; to break off; to expire. Something coming apart or reaching its limit.
240. 記録 きろく Record; minutes; document. A written account of facts or events preserved for reference.
241. 禁煙 きんえん No smoking; smoking ban. Also, quitting smoking as a personal effort.
242. 食う くう To eat. A rough, masculine way of saying 'to eat.'
243. 腐る くさる To rot; to go bad; to spoil. Decomposition of food or materials.
244. 下がる さがる To go down; to descend; to fall; to drop. Movement or change in a downward direction.
245. 組む くむ To put together; to assemble; to cross (arms/legs); to team up.
246. 汲む くむ To draw water; to scoop; to pump. Collecting liquid from a source.
247. 酌む くむ To serve sake; to pour drinks. The act of pouring alcohol for someone.
248. 繰り返す くりかえす To repeat; to do something over again. Used for actions, words, or patterns that recur.
249. 狂う くるう To go mad; to get out of order. Describes losing sanity, or something malfunctioning or deviating from normal.
250. 苦しむ くるしむ To suffer; to be in pain; to be troubled. Describes experiencing physical or emotional distress.
251. 咥える くわえる To hold something in the mouth; to carry in the mouth. Used for objects gripped between teeth or lips.
252. 加わる くわわる To join in; to be added to. Describes becoming part of a group or something being added.
253. 訓練 くんれん Training; practice; drill. Systematic instruction or exercise to develop a skill.
254. 経営 けいえい Management; administration; running a business. The act of operating and overseeing an organization.
255. 警告 けいこく Warning; caution. A notice given to alert someone of danger or unacceptable behavior.
256. 計算 けいさん Calculation; computation; reckoning. The process of working out a numerical or logical result.
257. 掲示 けいじ Notice; bulletin; posting. A public announcement displayed for people to read.
258. 経由 けいゆ Via; by way of. Passing through an intermediate point on the way to a destination.
259. 化粧 けしょう Make-up; cosmetics. The act of applying cosmetics to enhance or alter one's appearance.
260. 決心 けっしん Determination; resolution. A firm decision made after careful thought.
261. 決定 けってい Decision; determination. A final, authoritative conclusion or ruling on a matter.
262. 結論 けつろん Conclusion. The final result of reasoning, discussion, or investigation.
263. 蹴る ける To kick. To strike something with the foot.
264. 建設 けんせつ Construction; building; establishment. The process of constructing buildings, infrastructure, or institutions.
265. 建築 けんちく Construction; architecture. The art and practice of designing and constructing buildings.
266. 検討 けんとう Consideration; examination; investigation. Carefully evaluating something before making a decision.
267. 交換 こうかん Exchange; swap; replacement. The act of giving one thing and receiving another in return.
268. 攻撃 こうげき Attack; strike; offensive. An aggressive action aimed at harming or defeating an opponent.
269. 貢献 こうけん Contribution; service. Making a meaningful positive impact on something or someone.
270. 交際 こうさい Friendship; association; dating. Social interaction or a romantic relationship between people.
271. 構成 こうせい Organization; composition; structure. The way parts are arranged to form a whole.
272. 考慮 こうりょ Consideration; taking into account. Carefully thinking about something before acting.
273. コーチ コーチ Coach; trainer. A person who instructs or guides others in sports, skills, or personal development.
274. 凍る こおる To freeze; to be frozen over; to congeal. Used when liquids solidify from cold or when things become ice-covered.
275. ゴール ゴール Goal; finish line. The destination or target to be reached in sports, races, or personal objectives.
276. 誤解 ごかい Misunderstanding; misconception. An incorrect interpretation of someone's words, actions, or intentions.
277. 呼吸 こきゅう Breathing; respiration. The physical act of inhaling and exhaling, or the rhythm and timing of an action.
278. 越す こす To cross; to pass through; to go over; to move past a point or threshold.
279. 骨折 こっせつ Bone fracture; broken bone. A medical condition where a bone cracks or breaks.
280. 異なる ことなる To differ; to vary; to be different. Used to describe how things are not the same.
281. 好む このむ To like; to prefer; to have a taste for. Expresses a general preference or fondness for something.
282. こぼす こぼす To spill; to drop liquid. The act of accidentally or deliberately letting a liquid fall from a container.
283. こぼれる こぼれる To overflow; to spill over; to leak out. The natural, uncontrolled spilling or overflowing of a liquid or substance.
284. 殺す ころす To kill; to put to death. Used for both literal and figurative contexts of ending life or suppressing something.
285. 転ぶ ころぶ To fall down; to fall over; to tumble. Used when a person trips, slips, or loses their footing.
286. 婚約 こんやく Engagement; betrothal. A formal promise between two people to marry.
287. 混乱 こんらん Confusion; chaos; disorder. A state where things are disorganized or people are bewildered.
288. サービス サービス Service; complimentary offer. Customer service, or something given for free as a bonus or promotional gesture.
289. サイン サイン Autograph; signature; sign; signal. A written name, a celebrity autograph, or a visual indicator.
290. 逆らう さからう To go against; to oppose; to disobey; to defy. The act of resisting authority, nature, or convention.
291. 作業 さぎょう Work; task; operation. Manual or systematic work, especially physical labor or a specific procedure.
292. 裂く さく To tear; to rip; to split apart. The act of forcefully dividing something into pieces.
293. 叫ぶ さけぶ To shout; to scream; to cry out. A loud vocal expression of emotion, alarm, or urgency.
294. 刺す さす To stab; to sting; to prick; to pierce. The act of penetrating something with a sharp point.
295. 指す さす To point; to indicate. The act of pointing at or indicating something with a finger or gesture.
296. 挿す さす To insert; to put in; to graft. The act of placing something into an opening or receptacle.
297. 注す さす To pour (a drink); to serve (drinks). Specifically used for pouring beverages for someone.
298. 射す さす To shine; to strike (of light). Used when sunlight or other light streams in or hits a surface.
299. 誘う さそう To invite (someone to do something with you); to tempt; to lure. Used when asking someone to join an activity.
300. 作曲 さっきょく Composition (of music). The act of creating a musical piece or writing music.
301. さっぱり さっぱり Feeling refreshed; neat; clean. Also used to mean 'not at all' in negative sentences.
302. 守る まもる To protect; to guard; to abide (by the rules). Used both for physical defence and observing regulations.
303. 迷う まよう To be puzzled; to be perplexed; to lose one's way. Used for both physical and mental states of being lost.
304. ミス ミス Mistake; error; failure. A casual word for errors in daily life and work.
305. 満ちる みちる To be full; to rise (tide); to mature. Describes reaching fullness or completion.
306. 向く むく To face; to turn toward; to be suited for. Used for facing a direction or being appropriate for something.
307. 剥く むく To peel; to skin; to shell. The act of removing the outer layer of something.
308. 向ける むける To turn towards; to point; to direct. Used for aiming or directing something at a target.
309. 蒸かす ふかす To steam (food). The act of cooking food using steam.
310. 結ぶ むすぶ To tie; to bind; to link; to form. Used for physical tying and forming connections or agreements.
311. 命じる めいじる To order; to command; to appoint. A formal verb for giving authoritative instructions.
312. 命令 めいれい Order; command; decree. An authoritative instruction that must be followed.
313. メモ メモ Memorandum; note. A short written record used as a reminder.
314. 申し訳 もうしわけ Apology; excuse. Most commonly used in the expression 'there is no excuse' to convey sincere regret.
315. 燃える もえる To burn; to be on fire. Used for both literal fire and figurative passion or excitement.
316. 持ち上げる もちあげる To raise; to lift up; to flatter. Used for physically lifting and figuratively praising excessively.
317. 用いる もちいる To use; to make use of; to employ. A formal alternative to 使う for using tools, methods, or resources.
318. 戻す もどす To restore; to put back; to return (something). The act of returning something to its original position or state.
319. 基づく もとづく To be grounded on; to be based on; to originate from. Used for logical or factual foundations.
320. 燃やす もやす To burn; to set fire to something. Used for intentionally burning objects or materials.
321. 訳す やくす To translate; to render text or speech from one language into another.
322. 雇う やとう To employ; to hire. To engage someone for work in exchange for pay.
323. 割る わる To break; to crack; to split; to divide. Used for breaking things into pieces or dividing numbers.
324. 割れる われる To break; to crack; to split apart. Used when something breaks on its own or wears out.
325. 辞める やめる To quit; to resign; to retire from a position or job.
326. 譲る ゆずる To hand over; to yield; to concede. To give something to someone or let them have priority.
327. 茹でる ゆでる To boil; to cook something by submerging it in boiling water.
328. 要求 ようきゅう Request; demand. A strong request or requirement directed at someone.
329. 用心 ようじん Caution; precaution; vigilance. Being careful to avoid danger or trouble.
330. 横切る よこぎる To cross; to traverse; to cut across. To move across something from one side to the other.
331. 汚す よごす To make dirty; to soil; to stain; to pollute.
332. 止す よす To stop; to cease; to give up. To quit doing something or abandon a plan.
333. 寄せる よせる To bring near; to gather; to draw close. To collect things together or move something closer.
334. 予測 よそく Prediction; forecast; estimation. Anticipating future events based on data or reasoning.
335. 予報 よほう Forecast; prediction. An official announcement about future conditions, especially weather.
336. 離婚 りこん Divorce. The legal dissolution of a marriage.
337. 流行 りゅうこう Trend; fashion; prevalence. Something that is popular or widespread at a given time.
338. 両替 りょうがえ Currency exchange; money changing. Converting one denomination or currency into another.
339. 連想 れんそう Association of ideas; mental connection. Thinking of one thing when prompted by another.
340. 連続 れんぞく Continuation; succession; consecutive. Things happening one after another without interruption.
341. 労働 ろうどう Labour; work. Physical or mental exertion performed as employment or duty.
342. 論争 ろんそう Controversy; dispute; debate. A prolonged argument or disagreement over a matter.
343. 分かれる わかれる To branch off; to diverge; to split into parts. To separate into different directions or groups.
344. 湧く わく To well up; to spring forth; to boil. For water, emotions, or ideas rising up from within.
345. 分ける わける To divide; to separate; to split into parts. A fundamental verb for distributing or categorising things.
346. アップ アップ Up; increase; upload; close-up. A loanword used in many compound expressions meaning upward movement or improvement.
347. 宛てる あてる To address (a letter); to direct toward a specific person or destination.
348. 異動 いどう Personnel transfer; job reassignment. A change in position or department within an organisation.
349. 埋まる うまる To be buried; to be filled up; to be occupied. The intransitive form of 埋める.
350. 生む うむ To give birth; to produce; to create. Used for bringing new things into existence.
351. 負う おう To bear; to owe; to take on (responsibility, injury, debt). Carrying a burden on oneself.
352. 築く きずく To build; to construct; to establish. Creating something substantial over time through effort.
353. 協議 きょうぎ Conference; discussion; negotiation. Formal deliberation between parties to reach agreement.
354. 協調 きょうちょう Co-operation; conciliation; harmony. Working together while maintaining balance between parties.
355. 携帯 けいたい Carrying something; portable; mobile telephone. Both the act of carrying and the device you carry.
356. 決行 けっこう Carrying out with resolve; going ahead (with a plan) despite difficulties or opposition.
357. 減少 げんしょう Decrease; reduction; decline. A quantitative drop in number, amount, or degree.
358. 後悔 こうかい Regret; repentance. A feeling of sorrow or disappointment over something done or left undone.
359. 航海 こうかい Voyage; sailing; navigation. A journey by ship across the sea.
360. 拘束 こうそく Restriction; restraint; detention. Physically or legally confining someone or limiting their freedom.
361. 荒廃 こうはい Ruin; devastation; decay. The state of falling into disrepair or becoming desolate.
362. 採集 さいしゅう Collecting; gathering. Systematically collecting specimens, samples, or natural materials.
363. 設備 せつび Equipment; facilities; installations. The physical infrastructure and apparatus of a building or operation.
364. 絶滅 ぜつめつ Extinction; annihilation. The complete disappearance of a species or the total destruction of something.
365. 攻める せめる To attack; to assault; to go on the offensive. Taking aggressive action against an opponent.
366. 責める せめる To condemn; to blame; to criticise. Holding someone accountable for a fault or wrongdoing.
367. 前進 ぜんしん Advance; progress; moving forward. Physical or figurative movement in a positive direction.
368. 増加 ぞうか Increase; addition; growth. A quantitative rise in number, amount, or degree.
369. 相続 そうぞく Succession; inheritance. The act of receiving property, rights, or a position from a predecessor.
370. 装置 そうち Equipment; apparatus; device. A mechanism or system designed to perform a specific function.
371. 相当 そうとう Considerably; fairly; quite. Also means to correspond to or be equivalent to something.
372. 注ぐ そそぐ To pour (into); to fill. Also used figuratively for devoting energy or attention to something.
373. 備える そなえる To prepare; to make ready; to provide against. The act of getting ready for a future event or need.
374. 備える そなえる To be furnished with; to possess; to be endowed with. Describes having a quality or feature built in.
375. 揃う そろう To become complete; to be all present; to be uniform. When all items or people in a set come together.
376. 揃える そろえる To put in order; to arrange; to make uniform. The act of gathering or aligning things into a complete set.
377. 損 そん Loss; disadvantage; damage. Being on the losing end of a deal or situation.
378. 損害 そんがい Damage; injury; loss. Harm or detriment caused to property, reputation, or interests.
379. 尊敬 そんけい Respect; reverence; honour. Deep admiration for someone based on their abilities, qualities, or achievements.
380. 存在 そんざい Existence; being; presence. The fact or state of something or someone existing.
381. 尊重 そんちょう Respect; esteem; regard. Treating something as important and worthy of consideration.
382. 滞在 たいざい Stay; sojourn. Remaining in a place for a period of time, especially when travelling.
383. 対する たいする To face; to confront; to be directed toward. Expresses opposition, contrast, or the target of an action.
384. 代表 だいひょう Representative; delegation. A person or group acting on behalf of others, or the act of representing.
385. 代理 だいり Representation; proxy; deputy. Acting in place of someone else or the person who does so.
386. 倒す たおす To knock down; to defeat; to overthrow. Causing something or someone to fall or be beaten.
387. 高める たかめる To raise; to heighten; to boost. Increasing the level, quality, or intensity of something.
388. 炊く たく To cook (rice); to boil (grains). Specifically used for cooking rice or other grains by boiling.
389. 焼く やく To burn; to grill; to bake; to roast. Applying heat to cook food or to set something on fire.
390. 助かる たすかる To be saved; to be helped; to be a great help. Expresses relief when something saves effort or danger.
391. 助ける たすける To help; to save; to rescue. Actively giving assistance or saving someone from danger.
392. 戦う たたかう To fight; to battle; to compete. Engaging in combat, competition, or struggle against an opponent.
393. 叩く たたく To strike; to hit; to knock. A versatile verb for physical hitting or tapping actions.
394. 畳む たたむ To fold; to put away. Commonly used for folding clothes, closing umbrellas, or shutting down a business.
395. 立ち上がる たちあがる To stand up; to rise. The physical action of getting up from a seated or lying position.
396. 騙す だます To deceive; to trick; to cheat. Intentionally misleading someone for personal gain or amusement.
397. 溜まる たまる To accumulate; to pile up; to collect. Things gathering or building up over time.
398. 黙る だまる To be silent; to say nothing. Ceasing to speak or remaining quiet.
399. 試す ためす To try; to test; to attempt. Putting something to the test to see the result.
400. 溜める ためる To save up; to accumulate; to store. Deliberately collecting or building up a supply of something.
401. 便り たより News; tidings; correspondence. Word or communication received from someone, often in letter form.
402. 誕生 たんじょう Birth; creation. The coming into existence of a person, idea, or thing.
403. ダンス だんす Dance; dancing. The activity or art form of moving rhythmically to music.
404. 遅刻 ちこく Being late; tardiness. Arriving after the scheduled or expected time.
405. ちゃんと ちゃんと Properly; correctly; neatly. Doing something the right way without cutting corners.
406. 注 ちゅう Note; annotation; explanatory comment. A supplementary remark added to clarify text.
407. 注目 ちゅうもく Attention; notice; spotlight. Focusing one's gaze or awareness on something noteworthy.
408. 注文 ちゅうもん Order; request. Placing a request to purchase or receive goods or services.
409. 調査 ちょうさ Investigation; survey; research. Systematic examination to establish facts or gather information.
410. 頂戴 ちょうだい Please give me; receiving humbly. A polite or affectionate way to ask for something or express gratitude for receiving.
411. 散らす ちらす To scatter; to spread; to disperse. Causing things to spread out in different directions.
412. 散る ちる To scatter; to fall; to disperse. Things naturally spreading out or falling apart.
413. 通過 つうか Passage through; passing. Moving through a place without stopping.
414. 通学 つうがく Commuting to school; attending school regularly by travelling there.
415. 通勤 つうきん Commuting to work; the daily journey between home and workplace.
416. 通行 つうこう Passage; traffic; passing through. The movement of people or vehicles along a route.
417. 通じる つうじる To lead to; to be connected; to communicate; to be understood.
418. 通訳 つうやく Interpretation; interpreter. The act of orally translating between languages, or a person who does so.
419. 捕まる つかまる To be arrested; to be caught; to be captured.
420. 掴む つかむ To seize; to catch; to grasp; to grab hold of.
421. 付き合う つきあう To associate with; to keep company with; to go out with (romantically); to go along with.
422. 次ぐ つぐ To rank next to; to come after; to follow in order.
423. 伝わる つたわる To be handed down; to be transmitted; to be conveyed; to spread.
424. 繋がる つながる To be connected to; to be related to; to be linked; to get through (phone).
425. 繋ぐ つなぐ To tie; to fasten; to connect; to link together.
426. 繋げる つなげる To connect; to link; to join together (intentionally).
427. 詰める つめる To pack; to stuff; to shorten; to work out details; to stand close.
428. 積もる つもる To pile up; to accumulate; to stack up (of snow, dust, feelings).
429. 出会う であう To meet by chance; to come across; to encounter unexpectedly.
430. 抵抗 ていこう Resistance; opposition. The act of resisting or pushing back against something.
431. 停電 ていでん Power outage; blackout; failure of electricity.
432. デート デート Date; a social outing with a romantic interest.
433. 適する てきする To fit; to suit; to be appropriate for; to be suitable.
434. 適用 てきよう Application; applying (a rule, law, or standard to a specific case).
435. 徹底 てってい Thoroughness; completeness. Doing something thoroughly or enforcing something strictly.
436. 徹夜 てつや Staying up all night; an all-nighter; a sleepless night.
437. 通す とおす To let pass; to put through; to show in; to persist in; to continue.
438. 通り過ぎる とおりすぎる To pass by; to pass through; to go past (a place or point).
439. 溶く とく To dissolve; to melt; to mix (powder or paint) into a liquid.
440. 解く とく To unfasten; to untie; to solve (a problem); to answer (a question).
441. 退く どく To step aside; to move out of the way; to withdraw; to retreat.
442. 読書 どくしょ Reading; the act of reading books. A fundamental cultural and educational activity.
443. 独立 どくりつ Independence; self-reliance. The state of standing on one's own, whether personally, politically, or financially.
444. 溶ける とける To melt; to thaw; to dissolve. The process of a solid becoming liquid or blending into a solution.
445. 解ける とける To come untied; to come apart; to be solved. Something loosening or being resolved on its own.
446. 閉じる とじる To close; to shut. Used for closing books, eyes, doors, or applications.
447. 飛ばす とばす To skip over; to omit; to let fly. Sending something through the air or bypassing something.
448. 飛び出す とびだす To jump out; to rush out; to fly out. Sudden movement outward from a contained space.
449. 取り上げる とりあげる To take up; to pick up; to confiscate. Selecting a topic for discussion or removing something from someone.
450. 努力 どりょく Great effort; exertion; endeavor. Persistent hard work toward a goal.
451. トレーニング トレーニング Training; exercise; workout. Systematic practice to improve skills or physical fitness.
452. 取れる とれる To come off; to be removed; to be obtained. Something detaching or becoming available.
453. 流す ながす To drain; to let flow; to shed. Causing liquid or other things to move along a current.
454. 眺める ながめる To gaze at; to view; to look out over. Leisurely watching something from a distance.
455. 流れる ながれる To flow; to stream; to be washed away. Movement of liquid, time, or events in a continuous direction.
456. 亡くす なくす To lose someone through death; to be bereaved of. Specifically refers to the death of a loved one.
457. 殴る なぐる To strike; to hit; to punch. Physical violence using fists or hands.
458. 納得 なっとく Consent; understanding; being convinced. The state of genuinely accepting or comprehending something.
459. 怠ける なまける To be idle; to be lazy; to neglect one's duties. Shirking work or responsibilities.
460. 悩む なやむ To worry; to be troubled; to agonize over. Mental distress caused by an unresolved problem.
461. 鳴らす ならす To ring; to sound; to make something produce a noise.
462. 似合う にあう To suit; to match; to look good on someone. When clothing, style, or a role fits a person well.
463. 煮える にえる To boil; to be cooked by simmering. Food becoming ready through heat in liquid.
464. 握る にぎる To grasp; to grip; to seize. Also to mold sushi by hand.
465. にっこり にっこり With a sweet smile; beaming; grinning warmly. A gentle, pleasant smile.
466. 入場 にゅうじょう Entrance; admission; entering a venue. The act of going into a place, especially events or facilities.
467. 抜く ぬく To pull out; to extract; to remove. Also means to omit or skip over something.
468. 抜ける ぬける To come out; to fall out; to slip through. Also means to be missing or omitted.
469. 濡らす ぬらす To wet; to moisten; to dampen. To make something wet intentionally or accidentally.
470. 熱中 ねっちゅう Enthusiasm; absorption; being engrossed in something. Intense focus or passion for an activity.
471. 残す のこす To leave behind; to save; to reserve. To keep something remaining without using or consuming it.
472. 乗せる のせる To place on; to give a ride; to take on board. Also means to load or carry passengers.
473. 覗く のぞく To peek; to look in; to peer into. To glance at something partially hidden or to visit briefly.
474. ノック ノック A knock; knocking on a door. Also refers to fungo hitting in baseball practice.
475. 伸ばす のばす To extend; to stretch; to lengthen. To reach out or develop further.
476. 伸びる のびる To grow; to extend; to stretch. Also means to make progress or to be prolonged.
477. ハイキング ハイキング Hiking; a hike. Walking in nature for recreation and exercise.
478. 配達 はいたつ Delivery; distribution. The act of bringing goods or mail to a destination.
479. 生える はえる To grow; to spring up; to sprout. Used for plants growing and teeth coming in.
480. 計る はかる To measure; to weigh; to gauge. To determine a quantity or value through measurement.
481. 拍手 はくしゅ Applause; clapping hands. The act of clapping to show approval or appreciation.
482. 爆発 ばくはつ Explosion; detonation; eruption. A sudden and violent release of energy.
483. 破産 はさん Bankruptcy; insolvency. The state of being unable to pay debts, resulting in legal proceedings.
484. パス パス A pass; a path. Used for passing in sports, travel passes, and skipping a turn.
485. 外す はずす To remove; to unfasten; to take off. Also means to miss a target or to leave one's seat.
486. 外れる はずれる To come off; to be disconnected; to miss. To deviate from or fail to meet expectations.
487. 発行 はっこう To issue; to publish. The act of officially producing and distributing documents, books, or other printed materials.
488. 発車 はっしゃ Departure of a vehicle; to depart. Used specifically for trains, buses, and other vehicles leaving a station or stop.
489. 発射 はっしゃ Firing; shooting; launching. The act of discharging a projectile, missile, or rocket.
490. 罰する ばっする To punish; to penalize. The act of imposing a penalty or consequence for wrongdoing.
491. 発達 はったつ Development; growth. The process of advancing to a more complete, mature, or complex state.
492. 発展 はってん Development; growth; progress. The expansion or advancement of something, often on a large societal or economic scale.
493. 話し合う はなしあう To discuss; to talk together. To have a conversation aimed at reaching mutual understanding or agreement.
494. 離れる はなれる To separate; to part from; to be apart. Describes physical or emotional distance between things or people.
495. 放れる はなれる To get free; to be released; to break loose. Describes being liberated from restraint or confinement.
496. 流行る はやる To be popular; to come into fashion; to be in vogue. Describes something becoming widespread or trendy.
497. バランス バランス Balance; equilibrium. The state of being evenly distributed or proportioned.
498. 反抗 はんこう Opposition; resistance; defiance. The act of actively opposing or resisting authority.
499. 反省 はんせい Reflection; self-examination; regret. Looking back on one's actions and considering what could be improved.
500. 判断 はんだん Judgment; decision. The act of forming an opinion or making a decision after careful consideration.
501. 飛行 ひこう Flight; aviation. The act of flying through the air, especially in an aircraft.
502. 引っ張る ひっぱる To pull; to drag; to stretch. The act of drawing something toward oneself or extending it forcefully.
503. 否定 ひてい Negation; denial. The act of declaring something untrue or rejecting an idea or statement.
504. 一言 ひとこと A single word; a brief remark. A short comment or statement, often carrying significant weight.
505. 批判 ひはん Criticism; censure. The act of expressing disapproval or finding fault with someone or something.
506. 批評 ひひょう Criticism; review; commentary. An analytical evaluation of works such as literature, art, or performances.
507. 表現 ひょうげん Expression; representation. The act of conveying thoughts, feelings, or ideas through words, art, or actions.
508. 広がる ひろがる To spread out; to extend; to stretch. Describes something expanding in area, scope, or influence.
509. 広げる ひろげる To spread; to expand; to extend. The act of making something wider, larger, or more extensive.
510. 広める ひろめる To broaden; to propagate; to spread widely. The act of making something known to a wider audience.
511. 深まる ふかまる To deepen; to intensify. Describes something becoming deeper in degree, quality, or feeling.
512. 含める ふくめる To include; to contain within a group or total. Also means to keep something in mind.
513. 不自由 ふじゆう Discomfort; inconvenience; disability. A state of lacking freedom or ability in some area.
514. 打つ うつ To hit; to strike; to type. A versatile verb used for physical hitting, typing on keyboards, and many figurative expressions.
515. ぶつかる ぶつかる To collide with; to bump into; to run into. Also used figuratively for encountering problems or conflicts.
516. ぶつける ぶつける To strike against; to hit something hard; to throw at. Also used for directing emotions at someone.
517. プラス プラス Plus; addition; a positive factor. Used for arithmetic, advantages, and positive aspects.
518. 振る ふる To wave; to shake; to swing. Also means to sprinkle, to assign a role, or to reject someone romantically.
519. 触れる ふれる To touch; to come in contact with. Also means to mention a topic or to violate a rule.
520. 変化 へんか Change; variation; transformation. A shift in state, form, or condition.
521. 変更 へんこう Change; modification; alteration. A deliberate change made to plans, settings, or arrangements.
522. 冒険 ぼうけん Adventure; risk; venture. An undertaking involving danger, excitement, or the unknown.
523. 訪問 ほうもん A visit; a call. A formal visit to a person's home, office, or institution.
524. 吠える ほえる To bark; to howl; to roar. The sound made by dogs, wolves, and other animals.
525. 保証 ほしょう Guarantee; warranty; assurance. A promise that something is true, reliable, or will be repaired.
526. 保存 ほぞん Preservation; conservation; saving. Keeping something in its current state for future use.
527. 微笑む ほほえむ To smile gently; to beam. A soft, warm smile rather than laughing.
528. ぼんやり ぼんやり Vaguely; absent-mindedly; dimly. A state of being unfocused, hazy, or lost in thought.
529. マイナス マイナス Minus; negative; a disadvantage. Used for subtraction, negative numbers, and drawbacks.
530. 任せる まかせる To entrust; to leave up to someone. Delegating responsibility or a decision to another person.
531. 巻く まく To wind; to coil; to roll up. Wrapping something around or rolling into a cylindrical shape.
532. 蒔く まく To sow seeds; to plant by scattering. The agricultural act of spreading seeds in soil.
533. 撒く まく To scatter; to sprinkle; to spread around. Distributing something over a wide area.
534. 混ざる まざる To be mixed; to blend together. Describes things becoming combined or mingled.
535. 混じる まじる To be mixed in; to mingle with. Something joining or blending into a group or mixture.
536. 増す ます To increase; to gain; to grow. Used for quantities, qualities, or intensities becoming greater.
537. マスター マスター Bar owner; proprietor of a small establishment. Also means to master or become proficient in something.
538. まとまる まとまる To be collected; to be settled; to come together in an orderly way.
539. まとめる まとめる To put in order; to collect; to bring to a conclusion. Organizing scattered things into a unified whole.
540. 学ぶ まなぶ To learn; to study. Acquiring knowledge or skills through effort and experience.
541. 真似 まね Mimicry; imitation; copying someone's behaviour or actions.
542. 招く まねく To invite; to beckon; to bring about. Calling someone over or causing a situation.
543. 裂ける さける To split; to tear; to burst open. Something breaking apart along a line.
544. 酸化 さんか Oxidation. The chemical process of a substance combining with oxygen.
545. 辞退 じたい Refusal; declining an offer or invitation politely. Formal withdrawal from something.
546. 志望 しぼう Wish; desire; ambition. A strong aspiration toward a particular goal or career.
547. 私用 しよう Personal use; private business. Matters related to one's own affairs rather than work or public duties.
548. 進行 しんこう Advance; progress; proceeding forward. The act of moving forward or developing over time.
549. 振興 しんこう Promotion; encouragement; development. Actively fostering the growth or improvement of something.
550. 水洗 すいせん Flushing; washing with water. Cleaning something using a flow of water, especially regarding toilets.
551. 声明 せいめい Declaration; statement; proclamation. A formal public announcement of a position or decision.
552. 操縦 そうじゅう Operation; control; piloting. Handling machinery or vehicles, or managing people skilfully.
553. 退学 たいがく Dropping out of school; withdrawal from an educational institution before completion.
554. ダウン ダウン Down; decrease; breakdown. A drop in level, or a system or person going down.
555. 高まる たかまる To rise; to grow; to mount. An increase in intensity, level, or degree.
556. 挑戦 ちょうせん Challenge; defiance. Attempting something difficult or confronting an opponent.
557. 接ぐ つぐ To join; to piece together; to set bones; to graft trees. Connecting separate pieces into one.
558. 継ぐ つぐ To succeed; to inherit. Taking over a business, position, or family tradition from a predecessor.
559. 摘む つむ To pluck; to pick; to trim. Removing something by pinching with the fingers.
560. 強まる つよまる To get strong; to gain strength; to intensify. Describes a natural increase in force or degree.
561. 強める つよめる To strengthen; to emphasize; to intensify. To make something more powerful or prominent.
562. 転校 てんこう Changing schools; transferring to a different school. The act of leaving one school to enrol at another.
563. 伝言 でんごん Verbal message; word-of-mouth communication. A message relayed through another person.
564. 倒産 とうさん Bankruptcy; insolvency; corporate failure. When a company can no longer pay its debts and ceases operations.
565. 動揺 どうよう Disturbance; agitation; shock. Emotional unrest or being shaken by unexpected events.
566. 説く とく To explain; to preach; to advocate. To present ideas or teachings persuasively.
567. 綴じる とじる To bind; to file; to stitch together. To fasten papers or pages into a single unit.
568. 供 とも Accompanying; attendant; companion. A person who goes along with someone, especially a superior.
569. 慣らす ならす To accustom; to get used to; to habituate. To make someone or something familiar with a new condition.
570. 慣らす ならす To domesticate; to tame; to train an animal. To make a wild creature accustomed to humans.
571. 臨む のぞむ To face; to look out on; to attend; to confront. To present oneself before a situation or event.
572. 諮る はかる To consult with; to confer; to refer a matter for deliberation.
573. 図る はかる To plot; to attempt; to devise; to aim for. To make a plan or strive toward a goal.
574. 生やす はやす To grow; to cultivate; to let grow. To allow hair, a beard, plants, or mould to develop.
575. 広まる ひろまる To spread; to be propagated; to become widespread. Describes information, customs, or phenomena reaching many people.
576. 深める ふかめる To deepen; to heighten; to intensify. To make something more profound or thorough.
577. 保護 ほご Protection; care; shelter. Safeguarding someone or something from harm or danger.
578. 補償 ほしょう Compensation; reparation; indemnification. Making up for loss or damage through payment or equivalent.
579. ほっと ほっと To feel relieved; with relief. An expression describing the release of tension or worry.
580. 見かける みかける To happen to see; to catch sight of; to notice. To see someone or something by chance.
581. 捲る まくる To turn over; to flip; to roll up. To turn pages or roll up fabric.
582. 予想 よそう Expectation; anticipation; prediction. An estimate of what will happen based on available information.
583. 弱まる よわまる To weaken; to abate; to lose strength. Describes a gradual decrease in force, intensity, or vitality.