きり
Usually written in kana. Kanji spelling 切り
end; finish; place to stop; bound
JLPT N1 Common word
Meanings
Noun
end; finish; place to stop- bound; limit; end
- delivery date (of a futures contract)
- finale (of a noh song); end of an act (in jōruri or kabuki); final performance of the day (in vaudeville)
- trump card
All 11 meanings
- king (court card; in mekuri karuta and unsun karuta)
Counter
counter for slices (esp. thick slices); counter for cuts (of fish, meat, etc.)Particle
only; just- (ever) since; after
- continuously; remaining (in a particular state)
Noun
cut
Example sentences
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He has been confined to his bed with illness.
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Though 38, he is still dependent on his parents.
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He went away from home three years ago, and has never been heard of since.
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He went there, never to return.
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She left home five years ago, and has never been heard of since.
More examples (5)
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She went to get her hair cut.
髪ね、切りたてホヤホヤなの。
I just got my hair done.
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What's the difference between chopped and diced?
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Cut the daikon radish and carrot into quarter slices and cut the other vegetables into bite-size pieces.
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I always use a cutting board to protect my countertop and make chopping easier.