Meaning

Primary

New

Alternatives

Novel, Fresh

Word Type

adverb, な adjective

Explanation

The kanji means new, and this vocab word means new too.

新た is a lot like 新しい, but with a slightly more serious, grown-up vibe. It's often used for conceptual things like novel discoveries, newly arisen problems, or fresh shifts in mindset.

Reading

あらた
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

Since this word consists of a kanji with hiragana attached, you can bet that it will use the kun'yomi reading. You didn't learn that reading with this kanji, so here's a mnemonic to help you:

If you're starting something new, there's only one guy to call: Aladdin (あら). Whether you're starting a new business, working on a new invention, or even trying to bring about a new era for humanity, Aladdin and his wish-granting genie will surely help you realize your novel vision.

Context

Patterns of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • 新たなビジネス

    a new business

    新たな時代

    a new era

    新たな発見

    a new discovery

Context Sentences

レベルアップすると、新たなステージに行くことができますよ。

You will be able to go to a new stage when you level up.

九月は自分にとって新たなスタートになりそうな気がする。

I have a feeling that September will be a new beginning for me.

この小説は、読み返す度に新たな発見がある。

Every time I reread this novel I make a new discovery.

Kanji Composition