JLPT N3 Intermediate
刺す
To pierce with a sharp point, encompassing stabbing, stinging, and stitching.
Readings
Other forms
刺します polite form
刺さない plain negative
刺した plain past
刺して te-form
刺される passive form
1 Verb (Godan, transitive)
To Stab" / "To Pierce
Describes the act of thrusting a sharp object, such as a weapon, tool, or thorn, into a surface or body.
Example
犯人 は 被害者 を ナイフ で 刺し た 。
The culprit stabbed the victim with a knife.
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2 Verb (Godan, transitive)
To Sting" / "To Bite" (by an insect)
Refers specifically to an insect using a stinger or proboscis to pierce the skin.
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3 Verb (Godan, transitive)
To Stitch" / "To Embroider
Describes the rhythmical motion of passing a needle through fabric for quilting or decorative stitching.
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