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Meaning of 長押(なげし) in Japanese

長押
Kana Reading
なげし
Romaji
nageshi
Word Senses
  • Parts of speech
    noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
    Meaning
    beam running between columns in traditional Japanese architecture, esp. within Japanese-style rooms


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JLPT 3

8 strokes

push, stop, check, subdue, attach, seize, weight, shove, press, seal, do in spite of

On'Yomi: オウ

Kun'Yomi: お.す, お.し-, お.っ-, お.さえる, おさ.える

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JLPT 5

8 strokes

long, leader

On'Yomi: チョウ

Kun'Yomi: なが.い, おさ

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