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端
hashi, hata, ha, tan
Description
「端」は、物や場所のいちばんはしの部分を表す言葉です。
"端" is a word that refers to the very edge or end part of an object or place.
読み方がいくつかあって、「はし」「はた」「は」などがよく使われます。
There are several readings for "端", with "はし", "はた", and "は" being commonly used.
Meanings
端hashi
the end, edge, or tip of something
テーブルの端にコップを置いた。
I placed the glass at the edge of the table.
端hata
the side or edge, especially of a road or object
道の端を歩いてください。
Please walk along the side of the road.
端ha
edge; part; fragment (often in compounds)
言葉の端々に優しさが出ている。
Kindness shows in every word.
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Notes
- Reading
most common everyday reading is はし (hashi), meaning edge or end.
- Nuance
端 stresses the outermost part; 隅 (sumi) means an inner corner instead.
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