Meaning

Primary

Little Finger

Alternatives

Pinky Finger, Pinky, Little Toe, Pinky Toe

Word Type

noun

Explanation

The small finger is your little finger or pinky finger. Makes sense, but it's also used for the pinky on your feet. You know, your pinky toe.

Reading

こゆび
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This word uses the kun'yomi readings from both kanji, probably because it includes body parts. You know them both already, so now you know this too!

Context

Common Word Combinations

  • 右手の小指

    little finger of the right hand

    左手の小指

    little finger of the left hand

    足の小指

    pinky toe

Context Sentences

なんでグラスで飲み物を飲む時に小指を立てるの?

Why do you extend your pinky when you drink from a glass?

いってぇー、そこのタンスの角に右足の小指ぶつけた。

Ouch! I just hit my right pinky toe on the corner of the dresser.

どうしたの?小指、ケガしてるじゃん。

What happened? Your pinky finger is injured, isn't it?

Kanji Composition