Meaning

Primary

Sun

Alternative

Three Point Zero Three Centimeters

Word Type

noun

Explanation

This measurement also refers to a specific measurement, a "sun", which is about 3.03 centimeters. You'll hear it brought up from time to time to measure things, though usually with more traditional Japanese items.

Reading

すん
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

The reading is the same as the kanji! Congrats! Now to remember it's three point zero three centimeters.

Context

Context Sentences

1寸は1尺の10分の1で、約3.03センチです。

1 sun is 1/10th of 1 shaku, which is approximately 3.03 centimeters.

Kanji Composition