収縮
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 収縮
1
contraction; shrinking; shrinkage; constriction; deflation
Examples
瞳は日のあたる所では収縮する。
The pupils of the eyes contract in sunlight.
Kanji in this Word
収
5 strokes
Frequency: 337
JLPT N2
Grade 6
Meanings
income
obtain
reap
pay
supply
store
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
シュウ
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
おさ.める
おさ.まる
Nanori
— Specialized readings used in names
のぶ
縮
17 strokes
Frequency: 909
JLPT N1
Grade 6
Meanings
shrink
contract
shrivel
wrinkle
reduce
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
シュク
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
ちぢ.む
ちぢ.まる
ちぢ.める
ちぢ.れる
ちぢ.らす
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