The Kodansha Kanji Learner's Dictionary: Revised and Expanded is a comprehensive kanji-learning tool designed for electronic devices. It is based on the recently updated edition of Jack Halpern's esteemed work, The Kodansha Kanji Learner's Dictionary, tailored to cater to the practical needs of beginner and intermediate learners.
- Covers 3,002 kanji entry characters, an increase of 772 characters from the original version.
- Encompasses all characters from the revised Jōyō Kanji and Jinmei Kanji lists mandated by the Japanese government.
- Includes features such as SKIP and radical-based lookup, toggle between kana and romaji readings, various search options for kanji or compounds (by readings, English meanings, or SKIP number), animated stroke-order diagrams, context-sensitive pop-ups, and more.
The app provides a multitude of features in an intuitive interface tailored for efficient kanji research. It sets itself apart with its comprehensive functionality and user-friendly design.
For existing owners of The Kodansha Kanji Learner's Dictionary iOS app developed by CJKI, an in-app purchase is available to unlock additional content present in this Revised and Expanded version. Simply update to version 2.0, then access the additional content through Settings > Add-ons in the Info menu.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Core meanings succinctly defining each character's dominant sense for quick comprehension.
- The System of Kanji Indexing by Patterns (SKIP) for accurate character lookup.
- Approximately 46,000 senses for 35,000 words, elements, and examples.
- Intuitive search modes, animated stroke order diagrams, multiple reading options, homophone explanations, and more.
The app also offers valuable resources like stroke counting guides, pronunciation details, intuitive browsing options by SKIP number or frequency ranking, audio for compounds, and offline functionality with history and bookmarks support.
About CJKI:
CJK Dictionary Institute is overseen by Jack Halpern, known for editing essential reference works in the field of Japanese language learning. Discover more iOS dictionary apps by searching "cjki" on the platform.
Overview
Kanji Learner's Dictionary is a Commercial software in the category Education developed by CJKI.
The latest version of Kanji Learner's Dictionary is 1.4.8, released on 06/07/2024. It was initially added to our database on 06/07/2024.
Kanji Learner's Dictionary runs on the following operating systems: iOS.
Users of Kanji Learner's Dictionary gave it a rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
Pros
- Comprehensive coverage of kanji characters with detailed definitions
- Includes stroke order diagrams for proper writing technique
- Features example sentences that help with understanding context and usage
- Searchable by radical, meaning, or readings, making it easy to find specific kanji
- Offers audio pronunciation guides for improved speaking skills
- User-friendly interface that accommodates both beginners and advanced learners
Cons
- May not be as visually appealing compared to modern apps
- Limited to kanji and does not provide full language learning resources like grammar or vocabulary
- Offline usage may be limited, requiring an internet connection for full functionality
- Some users might find the entry style somewhat dry or academic rather than engaging
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