妻
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 妻
1
妻 only
wife
Examples
η§γ―妻γθ¦θγγ«η
ι’γ«θ‘γ£γγ
I went to the hospital to see my wife.
2
Word usually written using kana alone
garnish (esp. one served with sashimi); trimmings
3
Word usually written using kana alone
accompaniment; side (remark)
Kanji in this Word
妻
8 strokes
Frequency: 691
JLPT N2
Grade 5
Meanings
wife
spouse
Readings
On
β Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
γ΅γ€
Kun
β Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
γ€γΎ
Nanori
β Specialized readings used in names
γγΎ
γ
ε
·
8 strokes
Frequency: 629
JLPT N2
Grade 3
Meanings
tool
utensil
means
possess
ingredients
counter for armor, suits, sets of furniture
Readings
On
β Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
γ°
Kun
β Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
γγͺ.γγ
γ€γΆγ.γ«
Nanori
β Specialized readings used in names
γ¨γ
π
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