麻
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 麻
1
cannabis (Cannabis sativa); hemp (plant)
2
hemp (fiber); linen; flax; jute
Kanji in this Word
麻
11 strokes
Frequency: 1142
JLPT N1
Grade 8
Meanings
hemp
flax
numb
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
マ
マア
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
あさ
Nanori
— Specialized readings used in names
あ
あざ
お
苧
8 strokes
Meanings
hemp
flax
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
チョ
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
お
からんし
からむし
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