JLPT N1

剣

It’s the Japanese word for a sword, especially the straight, double-edged kind. And it’s also the art of using one.

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劒 old form

劍 old form

1 Noun

Sword / Blade

A weapon with a long blade, typically a straight, double-edged one.

Example

勇者は伝説の剣を抜いた。

The hero drew the legendary sword.

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2 Noun

Swordsmanship

The skill, art, or discipline of using a sword.

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剣

けん, つるぎ

It's the Japanese word for a sword, especially the straight, double-edged kind. And it's also the art of using one.

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この言葉を覚えましょう。

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