Word details

尖塔

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

Dictionary

Entry

んとう
Noun
Freq #23621
1

spire; steeple; pinnacle; minaret

Examples
遠くに教会の尖塔が見えた。
A church spire could be seen in the distance.

Character notes

Kanji in this Word

6 strokes
Frequency: 2133
Grade 9

Meanings

be pointed
sharp
taper
displeased
angry
edgy

Readings

On — Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
セン
Kun — Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
とが.る
さき
するど.い
12 strokes
Frequency: 1708
JLPT N2
Grade 8

Meanings

pagoda
tower
steeple

Readings

On — Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
トウ

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