Word details
斜に構える
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 斜に構える
Dictionary
Entry
1
to couch (a sword)
2
to look at cynically or ironically
3
Archaic
to stand ready (to do); to adopt a formal attitude
Character notes
Kanji in this Word
斜
11 strokes
Frequency: 1504
JLPT N1
Grade 8
Meanings
diagonal
slanting
oblique
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
シャ
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
なな.め
はす
構
14 strokes
Frequency: 316
JLPT N2
Grade 5
Meanings
posture
stance
appearance
build
set up
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
コウ
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
かま.える
かま.う
Nanori
— Specialized readings used in names
とち
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