刺
Kanji · N2
刺 / thorn
Kanji for thorn, pierce, or stab.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | シ | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | さ.す、さ.さる、さ.し、さし、とげ | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
刺 carries the meaning thorn, pierce, or stab.
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Common compounds with 刺
刺身さしみsashimi
刺すさすto pierce / to stab / to prick
刺激しげきstimulus / stimulation / irritation
名刺めいしbusiness card
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