Word details

鍵を握る

Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 鍵を握る.

Dictionary

Entry

鍵を握るカギを握るかぎをにぎるExpressionGodan verbFreq #31731
1

Idiomatic expression

to hold the key (to)

Character notes

Kanji in this Word

key

17 strokesFrequency 2,029Grade 8

On

ケン

Kun

かぎ

grip, hold, mould sushi, bribe

12 strokesFrequency 1,003JLPT N1Grade 8

On

アク

Kun

にぎ.る

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