JLPT N5 Verbs List - Personal Actions - Work and School - Verbs for Objects and Things - Verbs for Emotions and Thoughts - Other Verbs

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Comprehensive JLPT N5 verb vocabulary organized into clear learning sections, pairing Japanese verb forms with romaji and English meanings. Covers essential personal actions, work and school activities, verbs for objects and things, verbs for emotions and thoughts, and additional high-frequency verbs. Designed for exam preparation, the list supports faster review by grouping related verbs and linking each entry to detailed lessons with example sentences, plus references to full JLPT N5 vocabulary resources and study guidance.

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Personal Actions

Work and School

Verbs for Objects and Things

Verbs for Emotions and Thoughts

Other Verbs

This list includes Japanese vocabulary for verbs that are necessary to pass the JLPT N5 exam. Clicking on each word will take you to a detailed lesson with example sentences. The references provided are the full JLPT N5 vocabulary list and study guide. The following list of verbs can be divided into several categories: **Personal Actions** 1 . Abiru (あびる) -to bathe or shower 2 . Aruku (あるく) -to walk 3 . Asobu (あそぶ) -to play or enjoy oneself 4 . Aweru (あう) -to meet or encounter someone **Work and School** 1 . Benkyou (べんきょう) -to study 2 . Hataraku (はたらく) -to work 3 . Jugyou (じゅぎょう) -lesson or class work 4 . Ryouri (りょうり) -cuisine or cooking **Verbs for Objects and Things** 1. Kakeru (かける) -to hang up or make a call 2 . Kakaru (かかる) -to take something, such as time or money 3 . Kiru (きる) -to cut or wear clothes 4 . Miseru (みせる) -to show or display **Verbs for Emotions and Thoughts** 1 . Shiru (しる) -to know or understand 2 . Oboeru (おぼえる) -to remember 3 . Komaru (こまる) -to be troubled or worried **Other Verbs** 1 . Aru (ある) -to exist or have something 2 . Deru (でる) -to leave or exit 3 . Kuru (くる) -to come 4 . Sasu (さす) -to stretch out hands or raise an umbrella "The Japanese Language Proficiency Test N5 has a comprehensive vocabulary list that includes 121 verb forms, which are essential to pass the test. These verbs cover basic actions like "to meet," "to open," "to give," and "to play." The list also includes katakana vocabulary related to countries, places, and objects. To help learners prepare for the test, there is a downloadable PDF that lists all the words with their meanings, kanji characters, and romaji. Additionally, there are resources available for learning Japanese grammar, particles, and more. The list includes various verbs like "to bathe," "to raise," "to open," and "to wash." It also covers topics like "to study," "to differ," "to take out," and "to put out." For learners who want to improve their Japanese vocabulary, there are resources available that provide comprehensive lists of words, phrases, and grammar rules. The list is divided into sections, making it easy for learners to find specific words and learn them in context. " **Verbs** 1 . To bring something to somewhere 2 . To insert or install something 3 . To be needed or required 4 . To say or call out something 5 . To have a lesson or class 6 . To go back home or return somewhere 7 . To hang up or make a phone call 8 . To write or compose something 9 . To borrow something from someone 10 . To lend or loan something to someone **To Perform Actions** 11 . To buy or purchase something 12 . To get married 13 . To erase or turn off power 14 . To disappear or be gone 15 . To hear or listen to something 16 . To cut or divide something 17 . To wear something 18 . To be troubled or stuck with a problem 19 . To make a copy or photocopy 20 . To answer a question or respond to someone **To Experience Emotions** 21 . To become cloudy or dim 22 . To come to somewhere 23 . To turn or bend something 24 . To wait for something or someone 25 . To polish or shine something 26 . To see or look at something 27 . To show or display something 28 . To hold or possess something 29 . To make an animal noise **To Lose Something** 30 . To lose or misplace something 31 . To line up or set up something 32 . To stand in a line or queue 33 . To be taught or learn from someone 34 . To sleep or go to bed 35. To climb or ascend somewhere 36 . To drink something 37 . To get on or board something **To Take Off and Remember** 38 . To take off clothes or an object 39 . To remember or recall something 40 . To wake up or get up from a sleep 41 . To put or place something 42 . To get off or disembark from something 43 . To teach someone something 44 . To push or press something **To Finish and End** 45 . To finish or complete something 46 . To swim in water 47 . To practice or train for something 48 . To travel or go on a trip 49 . To cook or prepare food 50 . To bloom or flower **To Interact wit

FAQs

How is the JLPT N5 verb list organized for studying?

The verbs are divided into categories such as Personal Actions, Work and School, Verbs for Objects and Things, Verbs for Emotions and Thoughts, and Other Verbs, making it easier to locate and review specific words.

What information does each verb entry provide?

Each verb is presented with its Japanese form plus romaji and an English meaning, with the option to open a detailed lesson that includes example sentences.

Is this list intended specifically for JLPT N5 preparation?

Yes. The content is described as the vocabulary needed to pass the JLPT N5 exam and references a full JLPT N5 vocabulary list and study guide.

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