Japanese Dictionary

Meaning of 突き膝(つきひざ) in Japanese

突き膝
Kana Reading
つきひざ
Romaji
tsukihiza
Word Senses
  • Parts of speech
    noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
    Meaning
    knee touch down (sumo)
  • Parts of speech
    Meaning
    posture with knees and toes on the floor


Kanji in this word

15 strokes

knee, lap

On'Yomi: シツ

Kun'Yomi: ひざ

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JLPT 3

8 strokes

stab, protruding, thrusting, thrust, pierce, prick

On'Yomi: トツ, カ

Kun'Yomi: つ.く

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9 strokes

On'Yomi: トツ

Kun'Yomi: つく

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