Meaning

Primary

Sewing

Alternative

Needlework

Word Type

noun, verbal noun

Explanation

Sew so well that people will judge you to be the best and you'll be a champion at sewing!

Reading

さいほう
  • 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

裁縫はあまり得意ではありません。

Sewing really isn't my strong point.

不快な気分を紛らすために、裁縫針で耳にピアスの穴を開けました。

I pierced my ear with a sewing needle to distract myself from my unpleasant feelings.

Kanji Composition