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Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 麻

(麻)
Noun
Freq #11918
1

cannabis (Cannabis sativa); hemp (plant)

2

hemp (fiber); linen; flax; jute

Kanji in this Word

11 strokes
Frequency: 1142
JLPT N1
Grade 8

Meanings

hemp
flax
numb

Readings

On — Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
マア
Kun — Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
あさ
Nanori — Specialized readings used in names
あざ
8 strokes

Meanings

hemp
flax

Readings

On — Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
チョ
Kun — Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
からんし
からむし
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