Word details

膝を打つ

Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 膝を打つ.

Dictionary

Entry

膝を打つひざを打つひざをうつExpressionGodan verbFreq #38182
1

to express sudden recognition and being impressed; to slap one's knee

Character notes

Kanji in this Word

knee, lap

15 strokesFrequency 2,320Grade 8

On

シツ

Kun

ひざ

strike, hit, knock, pound, dozen

5 strokesFrequency 239JLPT N2Grade 3

On

ダース

Kun

う.つう.ち-ぶ.つ

Nanori

うち

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