面
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 面
1
Often derog. or vulg.
face; mug
Examples
蛙の面に水。
Like water off a duck's back.
2
surface
3
Word usually written using kana alone
cheek meat
4
Archaic
cheek; cheeks
5
Archaic
surrounding area
Kanji in this Word
面
9 strokes
Frequency: 186
JLPT N2
Grade 3
Meanings
mask
face
features
surface
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
メン
ベン
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
おも
おもて
つら
Nanori
— Specialized readings used in names
お
ずら
ほおつき
も
頬
15 strokes
Frequency: 2424
Meanings
cheeks
jaw
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
キョウ
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
ほお
ほほ
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