Meaning

Primary

Essence

Alternatives

Pith, True Meaning

Word Type

noun, の adjective

Explanation

The marrow of reality is the true essence of life. If you look deep down into reality you might even find the true meaning of life! Hmm I wonder what that is... it probably has something to do with a certain two digit number. Oh well.

Reading

しんずい
  • 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

京料理の真髄はハモ料理だと思います。

I think the essence of Kyoto cooking is in eel dishes.

Kanji Composition