穴を穿つ
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 穴を穿つ
1
Idiomatic expression
to find someone's weak spot; to drill a hole
Kanji in this Word
穴
5 strokes
Frequency: 1366
JLPT N1
Grade 6
Meanings
hole
aperture
slit
cave
den
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
ケツ
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
あな
Nanori
— Specialized readings used in names
けな
しし
な
穿
9 strokes
Grade 9
Meanings
put on (to the feet)
dig
pierce
drill
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
セン
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
うが.つ
は.く
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