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1 exact word match found in search '重箱のすみをつつく'
expression, 'ku' godan verb
to nitpick; to complain about trifles (idiomatic expression)(click the word to view an additional 2 forms, examples and links)
34 partial word matches found in search '重箱のすみをつつく'
noun
1. charcoal2. charred remains (obscure term)
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Most common form: 素
'no' adjective, noun
1. plain; unadorned; undecorated; unadulterated; au naturelprefix
2. mere; poor (before a noun; derogatory)(click the word to view an additional 1 meaning and 1 form, examples and links)
particle
1. indicates direct object of action2. indicates subject of causative expression
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Most common form: 突く
'ku' godan verb, transitive verb
1. to poke (repeatedly, lightly); to nudge (often written with kana only)2. to peck at (one's food); to pick at
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'ku' godan verb, transitive verb
1. to prick; to stab2. to poke; to prod; to push; to thrust; to nudge; to hit; to strike
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'ku' godan verb, intransitive verb
1. to be lit (e.g. electricity comes on); to be lighted (often written with kana only)(click the word to view an additional 1 form, examples and links)
'ku' godan verb, intransitive verb
1. to arrive at; to reach2. to sit on; to sit at (e.g. the table) (see also: 席に着く)
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'ku' godan verb, intransitive verb
1. to be attached; to be connected with; to adhere; to stick; to cling2. to remain imprinted; to scar; to stain; to dye
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2. to take (seat, position, course, etc.); to assume
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2. to tell (a lie); to use (foul language) (often written with kana only)
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