Meaning of 一寸 in Japanese
Japanese word definition and usage
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一寸
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Kana Readingいっすん
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Romajiissun
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Word Senses
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- Parts of speech
- noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
- Meaning
- one sun (approx. 3.03 cm)
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- Parts of speech
- Meaning
- a little bit (of time, distance, etc.)
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Example Sentences
一寸, いっすん used in context
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「ちょっとカタいかな～」「カタい？」「粘度が高すぎるってことさ」
Might be a bit stiff... "Stiff?" "I mean the viscosity is too high."
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If you taste this sauce you'll find it a bit salty.
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「なあ、そこの姉さん」「え？」「ちょっと相談に乗ってくれないか？」
Say, you, the lady over there. "Eh?" "Could you give me a bit of advice?"
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Hey, you there!
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「双子のトラの子が離れ離れになって・・・」というストーリーでちょっとありふれたような感じでした。
The "twin tiger cubs get separated ..." story felt a bit trite.
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Can I have a few words with you?
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