Meaning

Primary

Revered

Alternatives

Noble, Precious

Word Type

い adjective

Explanation

This is a single kanji with an on the end, meaning you know it's probably an adjective. What's the adjective form of revered? It's also revered!

Reading

とうとい
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

You are revered because of your Toe toe (とうと), which is a toe on your toe. It's weird, but people seem to like it.

Context

Context Sentences

息子に、「命ってどれくらい尊いの?」なんて聞かれちゃってさ。言葉に窮しちゃったよ。

My son asked me something like, "How precious is life?" I had difficulty answering him.

Kanji Composition