Translation of Japanese word "引く" to English
引く
ひく
[hiku]
IPA: /hiku/
Meaning
VerbTo apply a force to (an object) so that it comes toward the person or thing applying the force.
How to use
引く (hiku) — 'to pull / draw'. Group 1. ドアを引く — pull the door. 辞書を引く — look up in a dictionary. 風邪を引く — catch a cold.
🇬🇧 English
to pull / draw
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 引く
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): ひく
Romaji Transcription: hiku
Example Sentences
犬を引いて走ります。
いぬをひいてはします。
I pull the dog and run.
絵を引いて描きます。
えをひいてかきます。
I draw and paint the picture.
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Common phrases
- 辞書を引く— to look up in a dictionary
- 風邪を引く— to catch a cold
Frequency rank: #318 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "引く" mean?▼
The Japanese word "引く" means "to pull / draw" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "引く"?▼
The word "引く" is read as "ひく" (hiku). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see a usage guide or example with "引く"?▼
Yes, here is a practical context/example: "When pulling a dog, a long rope is wrapped around the dog's neck to stop the dog from running.".
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