Word details
鞘
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 鞘.
Dictionary
Entry
1
scabbard; sheath
Examples
凝った彫刻のしてある鞘に収まった長剣。
A longsword sheathed in an intricately engraved scabbard.
2
Word usually written using kana alone
cap (on a brush, pen, etc.); case; sleeve
3
Word usually written using kana alone; Business
margin (between two prices); spread; markup; commission
4
enclosure; outer fence
Character notes
Kanji in this Word
鞘
sheath, case, margin, difference, shells (of beans)
16 strokesGrade 9
On
ショウソウ
Kun
さや
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