Meaning

Primary

Bamboo

Word Type

noun

Explanation

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

Reading

たけ
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

Since this word is made up of a single kanji, it should use the kun'yomi reading which is also the reading you associated with the kanji, earlier.

Context

Patterns of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • 竹を用いる

    to utilize bamboo

    竹を切る

    to cut bamboo

    竹をつかう

    to use bamboo

Context Sentences

ここに竹のフェンスがほしい。

I want a bamboo fence here.

この竹、大きすぎるよ。切って。

The bamboo is too large. Cut it.

すみません。竹用のチェーンソーを下さい。

Excuse me. I'd like a chainsaw for bamboo.

Kanji Composition