Word details

舵を切る

Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 舵を切る.

Dictionary

Entry

舵を切るかじを切るかじをきるExpressionGodan verbFreq #40878
1

Idiomatic expression

to change direction (of policy, etc.); to turn the rudder (of a ship)

Character notes

Kanji in this Word

rudder, helm, wheel

11 strokesFrequency 2,225Grade 9

On

Kun

かじ

cut, cutoff, be sharp

4 strokesFrequency 324JLPT N3Grade 2

On

セツサイ

Kun

き.る-き.るき.り-き.り-ぎ.りき.れる-き.れるき.れ-き.れ-ぎ.れ

Nanori

きつきりぎり

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