Japanese Dictionary

Meaning of 虫の息(むしのいき) in Japanese

虫の息
Kana Reading
むしのいき
Romaji
mushinoiki
Word Senses
  • Parts of speech
    Expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.), noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
    Meaning
    faint breath; dying whisper; at death's door


Kanji in this word

JLPT 2

6 strokes

insect, bug, temper

On'Yomi: チュウ, キ

Kun'Yomi: むし

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JLPT 3

10 strokes

breath, respiration, son, interest (on money)

On'Yomi: ソク

Kun'Yomi: いき

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