Meaning

Primary

Thick

Word Type

い adjective

Explanation

This is a single kanji with an on the end, meaning you know it's probably an adjective. What's the adjective form of thick? Also thick.

This is a relatively formal word that is generally used in writing.

Reading

あつい
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

The reading is the same as what you learned with the kanji. No thick books needed to understand this reading, yeah?

Context

Context Sentences

ヨーロッパの石づくりの建物は、カベがとても厚いんです。

European buildings made of stone have very thick walls.

そんなに厚いんですか?厚さは何センチぐらいですか?

Are they that thick? How thick are they?

胸板の厚い男性が好みです。

I like men with thick breast plates.

Kanji Composition