Word details
持ち
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 持ち.
Dictionary
Entry
1
Noun, used as a suffix
having; holding; possessing; owning; using; holder; owner; user
Examples
腰痛持ちです。
I have back problems.
2
Noun, used as a suffix; Also written as 保ち
wear; durability; life
Examples
この種の洋服地は持ちがよくないだろう。
The suit materials of this sort will not stand up well.
3
Noun, used as a suffix
charge; expense
4
Formal or literary term
draw (in go, poetry contest, etc.); tie
Character notes
Kanji in this Word
持
hold, have
9 strokesFrequency 119JLPT N3Grade 3
On
ジ
Kun
も.つ-も.ちも.てる
Nanori
もちもつ
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