Meaning of 宝刀(ほうとう) in Japanese

宝刀
Kana Reading
ほうとう
Romaji
hōtō
Word Senses
  • Parts of speech
    noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
    Meaning
    treasured sword

Examples of 宝刀, ほうとう in a sentence

  • 伝家の宝刀をぬく。

    Play one's trump card.

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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宝 JLPT 2

8 strokes

treasure, wealth, valuables

On'Yomi: ホウ

Kun'Yomi: たから

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