The meanings section shows English definitions grouped by grammatical function (part of speech). Many Japanese words carry multiple meanings depending on context.
Parts of speech
Meanings are grouped by how the word functions:
- Noun
- Names of things, people, places, concepts
- Verb
- Actions or states (ichidan, godan, irregular)
- Adjective
- Descriptive words (i-adjectives, na-adjectives)
- Adverb
- Words that modify verbs or adjectives
- Expression
- Set phrases and idioms
Reading the definitions
| What you see | What it means |
|---|---|
| Numbers (1, 2, 3…) | Multiple distinct meanings |
| Grouped entries | Similar meanings kept together |
| (parentheses) | Usage notes |
| Field labels | Specialized usage (medicine, law, etc.) |
Additional information
- Antonyms
- Words with opposite meanings
- Related words
- Words connected in meaning
- Usage tags
- Formal, informal, archaic, etc.
The same word can shift in nuance across situations. Watch the usage notes and example
sentences for context.