縫
Kanji · N1
縫 / sew
Kanji for sew, stitch, or embroider.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | ホウ | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | ぬ.う | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
縫 carries the meaning sew, stitch, or embroider.
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Common compounds with 縫
縫製ほうせいsewing
裁縫さいほうsewing / needlework
縫うぬうto sew / to stitch
縫目ぬいめseam / stitch / suture
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