Word details
粋
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 粋.
Dictionary
Entry
1
essence; the best; cream
Examples
どうせ日本文化の粋などは連中には絶対わかるまい。
They'll never truly understand the essence of Japanese culture anyway.
2
Adjectival nouns or quasi-adjectives (keiyodoshi)
chic; smart; stylish; tasteful; refined; sophisticated
3
Adjectival nouns or quasi-adjectives (keiyodoshi)
considerate; understanding; thoughtful; tactful
4
Adjectival nouns or quasi-adjectives (keiyodoshi)
familiar with worldly pleasures (esp. sexual relations, geisha districts and red-light districts)
Character notes
Kanji in this Word
粋
chic, style, purity, essence, pith, cream, elite, choice
10 strokesFrequency 1,768JLPT N1Grade 8
On
スイ
Kun
いき
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