Japanese Conversation · Level 43
90 words
Japanese word
中級
Pronunciation
Romajichūkyū
Meaning
- nounintermediate level
Example
これは中級のクラスです。ko re wa chū kyū no ku ra su de su
This is an intermediate-level class.
More examples
この教材は中級向けに作られています。ko no kyō zai wa chū kyū mu ke ni tsuku ra re te i ma su
This material is designed for intermediate learners.
Core concept
Describes a middle position on a scale of ability, knowledge, or difficulty.
Common phrases
中級クラスchū kyū ku ra su
intermediate class
中級レベルchū kyū re be ru
intermediate level
中級コースchū kyū kō su
intermediate course
Definition in Japanese
能力・知識・技術などが中ほどの段階にあること。nō ryoku chi shiki gi jutsu na do ga naka ho do no dan kai ni a ru ko to
Word origin
中級 (chūkyū) combines 中 (chū, "middle") with 級 (kyū, "rank"), so it denotes a middle rank between beginner and advanced stages.
Usage tips
- 中級 (chūkyū) can describe not only a learner but also the difficulty or level of a class, book, or skill.