Japanese Dictionary

Meaning of 武(ぶ) in Japanese

武
Kana Reading
ぶ
Romaji
bu
Word Senses
  • Parts of speech
    noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
    Meaning
    the art of war; martial arts; military arts
    Example sentence
    文は武に勝る。 The pen is mightier than the sword.
  • Parts of speech
    Meaning
    military force; the sword
  • Parts of speech
    Meaning
    valor; bravery
  • Parts of speech
    Meaning
    military officer; military man

Examples of 武, ぶ in a sentence

  • 文は武に勝る。

    The pen is mightier than the sword.

Kanji in this word

武 JLPT 2

8 strokes

warrior, military, chivalry, arms

On'Yomi: ブ, ム

Kun'Yomi: たけ.し

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