Word details

刺さる

Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 刺さる.

Dictionary

Entry

刺さるIntransitiveGodan verbFreq #4419
1

to stick into (of something with a sharp point); to prick; to pierce; to get stuck (in); to lodge (in)

Examples
釘が車のタイヤに刺さった
A nail punctured the tire.
2

to resonate emotionally; to move

Character notes

Kanji in this Word

thorn, pierce, stab, prick, sting, calling card

8 strokesFrequency 1,031JLPT N2Grade 8

On

Kun

さ.すさ.さるさ.しさしとげ

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