Meaning of 鍔(つば) in Japanese

鍔, 鐔
Kana Reading
つば
Romaji
tsuba
Word Senses
  • Parts of speech
    noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
    Meaning
    guard on sword, polearms, etc.; flange
  • Parts of speech
    Meaning
    brim; visor (e.g. of a hat)

Related Kanji

鍔

17 strokes

sword guard, kettle brim

On'Yomi: ガク

Kun'Yomi: つば

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鐔

20 strokes

sword guard, hilt

On'Yomi: タン, シン

Kun'Yomi: つば

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