伏
Kanji · N1
伏 / prostrated
Kanji for prostrated, bend down, or bow.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | フク | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | ふ.せる、ふ.す | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
伏 carries the meaning prostrated, bend down, or bow.
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Common compounds with 伏
起伏きふくundulation
伏線ふくせんforeshadowing
伏兵ふくへいambush / troops in ambush
潜伏せんぷくconcealment / hiding / ambush
伏せるふせるto lay face down / to place upside down / to turn over
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