JLPT N2 Upper Intermediate
脇
The side of the body, specifically the armpit, or the immediate space beside an object.
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Other forms
腋 rarely used kanji
ワキ for supporting roles in theater
1 Noun
Armpit / Side of the body
Refers to the armpit area or the lateral side of the torso directly beneath the arm.
Example
体温計 を 脇 に はさんで 熱 を 測ります 。
You measure your temperature by holding a thermometer under your arm.
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2 Noun
Beside / To the side
Indicates the immediate vicinity or space adjacent to a main object, road, or person.
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3 Noun
Off-topic / Supporting Role
Denotes a secondary position, a digression from the main subject, or a supporting role.
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