Meaning

Primary

Master

Alternative

Maestro

Word Type

noun

Explanation

An artisan who is a giant in their field is a master! Everyone knows their name! Or, they're just really large... like tall, so everyone calls them a master cause they don't want to get crushed.

Reading

きょしょう
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

この女優は、多くの巨匠たちを唸らせた。

This actress made many great masters grunt in admiration.

Kanji Composition