Meaning of 底を突く in Japanese
Japanese word definition and usage
-
底を突く
-
Kana Readingそこをつく
-
Romajisokowotsuku
-
Word Senses
-
- Parts of speech
- Expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.), Godan verb with `ku` ending
- Meaning
- to run out of
-
Example Sentences
底を突く, そこをつく used in context
-
The soldiers' food supply is running out.
-
貯金が底を突く。
Drain one's bank account.
-
The expedition's supplies soon gave out.
-
石油が底をついてなくなる前に新しい形態のエネルギーを開発しなければならない。
New forms of energy must be developed before oil dries up.
-
Both our food and water were running out.
-
The trouble is that there is little water left.
Popular Study Lists
Study lists that include this entry
Related Kanji
Kanji found in this word
Go beyond looking it up
Turn every word you look up into a word you actually know
You found the word. Now make it stick. Nihongo Master connects the dictionary directly to your personal study system so one click is all it takes.
- Save to personal study lists
- Drill with spaced repetition until it sticks
- Print handwriting practice sheets
- Test yourself with skill quizzes
- Track progress across every word you study
No credit card required. Cancel anytime.
Earn with Nihongo Master
Love Japanese? Share it and get paid.
Join the Nihongo Master affiliate program. Share your link and earn 30% on every payment your referrals make, for as long as they stay subscribed.
- 30% lifetime recurring commission
- 60-day referral cookie
- No approval needed — start right away
- Monthly payouts via PayPal