竹刀

しない

Also written ちくとう

Meanings

1. Noun bamboo sword (for kendo); bamboo fencing stick
2. bamboo sword

Kanji

• 竹 bamboo
• 刀 katana

Example sentences

• 剣道は竹刀と防具を使って行う日本の武道です。
  Kendo is a Japanese martial art which uses bamboo swords and protective armour.

Common phrases

• 竹刀を持つ

Word lists

• Martial arts

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