Word details

返す刀

Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 返す刀.

Dictionary

Entry

返す刀かえすかたなNounExpressionFreq #38555
1

attacking one opponent then immediately attacking another

Character notes

Kanji in this Word

return, answer, fade, repay

6 strokesFrequency 685JLPT N2Grade 3

On

ヘン

Kun

かえ.す-かえ.すかえ.る-かえ.る

sword, saber, knife

2 strokesFrequency 1,794JLPT N1Grade 2

On

トウ

Kun

かたなそり

Nanori

わき

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