Japanese Dictionary

Meaning of 脇差(わきざし) in Japanese

脇差, 脇差し
Kana Reading
わきざし
Romaji
wakizashi
Word Senses
  • Parts of speech
    noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
    Meaning
    short sword


Kanji in this word

10 strokes

armpit, the other way, another place, flank, supporting role

On'Yomi: キョウ

Kun'Yomi: わき, わけ

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JLPT 3

10 strokes

distinction, difference, variation, discrepancy, margin, balance

On'Yomi: サ

Kun'Yomi: さ.す, さ.し

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