爪
Kanji · N5
爪 / claw
Kanji for claw, nail, or talon.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | ソウ | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | つめ、つま- | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
爪 carries the meaning claw, nail, or talon.
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Common compounds with 爪
爪切りつめきりnail clippers
爪つめnail / claw / talon
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