Meaning

Primary

Jet Black

Alternative

Pitch Black

Word Type

noun, の adjective

Explanation

Lacquer black looks jet black, or pitch black. It's as black as black can be!

Reading

しっこく
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

漆黒の闇に青い地球が浮かんでいた。

The earth appeared in the black darkness.

Kanji Composition