JLPT N2 Japanese — Vocabulary, Characters, Grammar & Reading
JLPT N2 is the professional baseline — required for most jobs in Japan and many universities. Master the full N2 vocabulary, kanji, and grammar with AI-powered explanations.
~6,000 words
~1,000 kanji
~200 grammar points
1,200–2,000 hours
What you'll learn at JLPT N2
All ~6,000 N2 vocabulary words (cumulative)
All ~1,000 N2 kanji
Advanced grammar patterns (formal expressions, nuance modifiers)
Reading newspapers, technical articles, and full novels
Example JLPT N2 phrases
けいざいの じょうきょうに よっては へんこうも ありえる。
Depending on the economic situation, changes are possible.
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JLPT N2 Vocabulary
Browse and mark known every word in the official JLPT N2 list. Filter by what you've seen in real content.
Open vocabJLPT N2 Kanji
Every required character at this level with readings, meanings, and spaced repetition.
Open charactersJLPT N2 Grammar
Every grammar pattern with AI-powered explanations, examples, and three quiz types.
Open grammarRead native content
Import any Japanese article, YouTube video, or book. One-tap word lookup and save vocab in context.
Try the readerFrequently asked questions
Is N2 enough for a job in Japan?+
Yes — N2 is the standard requirement for most professional roles. Some specialized fields (translation, journalism, law) require N1.
How is N2 different from N1?+
N1 doubles the grammar nuances and adds literary and archaic expressions. N2 covers ~95% of practical daily and professional Japanese.
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