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一翼

A Part


Meaning

A Part, A Role

Word Type

noun

Explanation

One wing is just a part of the bird or plane it's attached to. But that one wing plays a role that's very important! This word usually comes up in the phrase 〜の一翼を担う (to play a part in…).


Reading

いちよく

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.


Context

Context Sentences

大きなプロジェクトの一翼を担えることになりました。

I have been entrusted to take on part of the large project.


Kanji Composition