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丈
length · height · stature
N1On: じょうKun: たけ
Memory Aid
'Jou' — Think of a GIANT JOE, emphasizing his great HEIGHT.
'Take' — TAKE a moment to measure the LENGTH or HEIGHT.
Vocabulary
大丈夫だいじょうぶOK, alright, safe
身丈みたけheight, stature
丈夫じょうぶstrong, durable
背丈せたけheight, stature
着丈きたけgarment length, dress length
Example Sentences
あなたは大丈夫ですか。
Are you alright?
このスカートは丈が短すぎます。
This skirt is too short.
この椅子はとても丈夫です。
This chair is very sturdy.
弟は私より背丈が高いです。
My younger brother is taller than me.