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首を絞める

Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 首を絞める

首をしめる
くびをしめる
Expression
Ichidan verb
Freq #12726
1

to wring the neck; to strangle

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
12 strokes
Frequency: 1288
JLPT N1
Grade 8

Meanings

strangle
constrict
wring

Readings

On — Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
コウ
Kun — Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
しぼ.る
し.める
し.まる
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