Word details

首を傾ける

Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 首を傾ける

Dictionary

Entry

くびをかたむける
Expression
Ichidan verb
Freq #16353
1

to incline one's head

Character notes

Kanji in this Word

9 strokes
Frequency: 98
JLPT N3
Grade 2

Meanings

neck
counter for songs and poems

Readings

On — Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
シュ
Kun — Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
くび
Nanori — Specialized readings used in names
おびと
こべ
13 strokes
Frequency: 938
JLPT N2
Grade 8

Meanings

lean
incline
tilt
trend
wane
sink
ruin
bias

Readings

On — Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
ケイ
Kun — Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
かたむ.く
かたむ.ける
かたぶ.く
かた.げる
かし.げる

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