308.指

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指

1. Meaning and Reading

  • finger, point, indicate
  • Onyomi : し
  • Kunyomi : ゆび, さす

2. Kanji Explanation

  • 匕 : seated person
  • 扌 : hand
  • 日 : sun

A person (匕) pointing at the sun (日) with the hand (扌), giving rise to the meanings ‘finger’ and ‘to point’.

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3. Example Words

指 ゆび
finger

I injured my finger.

指す さす
to point at

Point to a place on the map.

指示 しじ
instruction

Follow the teacher’s instructions.