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[ふで()]
fude
noun, counter

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[ひつ()]
hitsu

English Meaning(s) for 筆

noun
  1. writing brush; paintbrush; pen
  2. writing with a brush; drawing with a brush; penmanship; something drawn with a brush
  3. writing (composing text); the written word
counter
  1. (land) lot; plot

Definition and Synonyms for 筆

Writing the activity of putting something in written form
Synonyms: ペン, ライティング, 作文, 作文, 執筆, 書字, 書き物, 書き込み, 書き込む, , 表記
Paintbrush a brush used as an applicator (to apply paint)
Synonyms: , 絵筆
Pen a writing implement with a point from which ink flows
Synonyms: ペン, 万年筆,

Meanings for each kanji in 筆

» writing brush; writing; painting brush; handwriting

Categories 筆 is a member of

Activity any specific behavior
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Applier a device for applying a substance
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Brush an implement that has hairs or bristles firmly set into a handle
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Writing Implement an implement that is used to write
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Stroke Order Diagrams for 筆

Sample Sentences for 筆

I add a few finishing touches.
He used water colors in short vertical brush-strokes.
I don't know much about painting, but I can tell that this brush has an excellent stroke feel to it.
Even the worthy Homer sometimes nods.
The beauty of the sight is beyond description.

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