柱
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 柱
1
Common noun
pillar; post
Examples
この橋は１０本の柱で支えられている。
The bridge is supported by 10 posts.
2
Common noun
support; prop; mainstay
Examples
海外向け食品の輸出は農業関連産業の柱の一つです。
Overseas food exports are one of the mainstays of agribusiness.
3
Suffix; Counter
counter for buddhas, gods, nobles, etc.
Kanji in this Word
柱
9 strokes
Frequency: 1119
JLPT N2
Grade 3
Meanings
pillar
post
cylinder
support
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
チュウ
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
はしら
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