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穴を穿つ

Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 穴を穿つ

穴をうがつ
あなをうがつ
Expression
Godan verb
Freq #44344
1

Idiomatic expression

to find someone's weak spot; to drill a hole

Kanji in this Word

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
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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