穴
Kanji · N1
穴 / hole
Kanji for hole, aperture, or slit.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | ケツ | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | あな | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
穴 carries the meaning hole, aperture, or slit.
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Common compounds with 穴
鼻の穴はなのあなnostril
穴子あなごconger eel / garden eel
穴場あなばgood place not many people know about / great little-known spot / good out-of-the-way place
洞穴どうけつcave / cavern / den
穴あなhole / opening / orifice
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