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先端 (sentan)
先端
romaji: sentanpointed end; tip; point; forefront; vanguard; spearhead; leading edge
先端
Quick Meaning
先端 means "pointed end; tip; point; forefront; vanguard; spearhead; leading edge".
Reading
- Furigana: Add kana reading during review if this word uses kanji.
- Romaji: sentan
Study Flow
First read 先端 aloud, then connect the sound "sentan" with the meaning "pointed end; tip; point; forefront; vanguard; spearhead; leading edge".
Recall Practice
- Cover the English and say the meaning of 先端.
- Cover the Japanese and write the word for "pointed end; tip; point; forefront; vanguard; spearhead; leading edge".
- Say the romaji aloud: sentan.
Mini Sentence Drill
Write one short sentence using 先端. Keep the sentence simple, then upgrade it with a time word or place word.
Next Step
Add this word to your review queue and revisit it inside a real sentence.
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