Meaning

Primary

Fist

Word Type

noun

Explanation

The kanji and the word are exactly the same. That means they share meanings as well.

Reading

こぶし
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

Since this word is made up of a single kanji, it probably uses the kun'yomi reading. You did not learn this reading, so here's a mnemonic to help you to remember: You make a fist. Why? Because she stole your corn on the cob. "Cob! She (こぶし) stole my cob!"

Context

Context Sentences

彼は拳についた血をハンカチで拭いました。

He cleaned the blood off his fist with his handkerchief.

Kanji Composition