Japanese Conversation · Level 43
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Japanese word
武器
Pronunciation
Romajibuki
Meaning
- nounweapon
Example
その武器は重いです。so no bu ki wa omo i de su
That weapon is heavy.
More examples
このゲームでは、武器を使わずに問題を解決できます。ko no gē mu de wa bu ki o tsuka wa zu ni mon dai o kai ketsu de ki ma su
In this game, you can solve problems without using weapons.
Core concept
A weapon is an object used to attack others or defend against attack.
Common phrases
武器を使うbu ki o tsuka u
use a weapon
武器を持つbu ki o mo tsu
carry a weapon
Similar words
兵器heiki: A weapon designed or used for military fighting.
凶器kyōki: An object used to injure someone during a crime.
Definition in Japanese
人や物を攻撃したり身を守ったりするために用いる道具。hito ya mono o kō geki shi ta ri mi o mamo tta ri su ru ta me ni mochi i ru dō gu
Word origin
武器 (buki) is a Sino-Japanese compound of 武 (bu, "military force") and 器 (ki, "tool").
Usage tips
- In everyday English, weapon can also describe a powerful means of achieving a goal, as in a weapon against boredom.
Other meanings
- armsnoun