Meaning

Primary

Line

Word Type

noun, suffix

Explanation

The kanji and the word are exactly the same. That means they share meanings as well. This also works for "train lines" as well. You'll see this attached onto the ends of names describing them.

Reading

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

Explanation

The reading you learned with the kanji is the same for this vocab word. Enjoy it!

Context

Patterns of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • 線をなぞる

    to trace a line

    線をかく

    to draw a line

    線を引く

    to draw a line

Context Sentences

全ての線が、曲がってます。

All of the lines are crooked.

地図上の、この線は一体何を表しているんですか?

What does this line on the map represent?

正しくない場所は、二重線でマークしておいて下さい。

Please have the incorrect spots marked with double lines.

山手線の電車で、東京の色々な場所に回ることができます。

The Yamanote train line can take you to many places in Tokyo.

Kanji Composition