Meaning of 名刀(めいとう) in Japanese

名刀
Kana Reading
めいとう
Romaji
meitō
Word Senses
  • Parts of speech
    noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
    Meaning
    famous sword; excellent sword

Related Kanji

刀 JLPT 1

2 strokes

sword, saber, knife

On'Yomi: トウ

Kun'Yomi: かたな, そり

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名 JLPT 5

6 strokes

name, noted, distinguished, reputation

On'Yomi: メイ, ミョウ

Kun'Yomi: な, -な

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