Meaning

Primary

Pierce

Alternatives

Penetrate, Perforate

Word Type

noun, verbal noun, の adjective

Explanation

When you pierce some fabric with a needle it needs to pass through to the other side to actually pierce and penetrate it. Make sure it goes all the way through if you want to sew properly.

Reading

かんつう
  • 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

ブラジャーのワイヤーが弾丸の貫通を防いでくれた。

My wire bra protected me from the bullet penetrating.

Kanji Composition