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命綱

Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 命綱

のちづな
Noun
Freq #23306
1

lifeline; safety rope; safety tether

Kanji in this Word

8 strokes
Frequency: 465
JLPT N2
Grade 3

Meanings

fate
command
decree
destiny
life
appoint

Readings

On — Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
メイ
ミョウ
Kun — Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
いのち
14 strokes
Frequency: 1053
JLPT N1
Grade 8

Meanings

hawser
class (genus)
rope
cord
cable

Readings

On — Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
コウ
Kun — Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
つな
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