N31192/1669

そで

nounnoun (generic)usually written using kana alone

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Meanings

  • sleeve
  • wing (of a stage, desk, gate, etc.)
  • flap (of a dust jacket)

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Example sentences

このふくそでながすぎて、かくれてしまう。

The sleeves of these clothes are too long and cover my hands.

彼女かのじょそでをまくって料理りょうりはじめた。

She rolled up her sleeves and started cooking.

舞台ぶたいそで役者やくしゃたちが出番でばんっていた。

The actors were waiting in the wings of the stage for their cue.

ふゆになるとそでながいセーターがかせない。

When winter comes, long-sleeved sweaters are indispensable.

ほんのカバーのそでには著者ちょしゃのプロフィールがかれていることがおおい。

The flap of a book's dust jacket often contains the author's profile.