Meaning

Primary

Ear

Alternative

Ears

Word Type

noun

Explanation

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

Reading

みみ
  • 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 the reading you learned with the kanji. So you should be able to read this word already.

Context

Common Word Combinations

  • 耳できく

    to listen with one's ears

    耳でたしかめる

    to hear for oneself

    耳でおぼえる

    learning by listening

Context Sentences

うちの犬の耳は、いつも立っています。

Our dog's ears are always perked up.

ついにウワサが王の耳に入った。

Finally, the rumor reached the king's ear.

パンの耳とピザの耳、どっちがいい?

Which do you like more, bread crust or pizza crust?

Kanji Composition