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小指

Little Finger


Meaning

Little Finger, Pinky Finger, Pinky, Little Toe, Pinky Toe

Word Type

noun

Explanation

The small finger is your little finger or pinky finger. Makes sense, but it's also used for the pinky on your feet. You know, your pinky toe.


Reading

こゆび

Explanation

This word uses the kun'yomi readings from both kanji, probably because it includes body parts. You know them both already, so now you know this too!


Context

Patterns of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • 足の小指

    pinky toe

    左手の小指

    little finger of the left hand

    右手の小指

    little finger of the right hand

  • 小指の下

    underneath the little finger

    小指の付け根

    base of the little finger

    小指の先

    tip of the little finger

  • 小指をぶつける

    to knock one's little finger against something

    小指を使う

    to use one's little finger

    小指を立てる

    to raise one's little finger

Context Sentences

なんでグラスで飲み物を飲む時に小指を立てるの?

Why do you extend your pinky when you drink from a glass?

いってぇー、そこのタンスの角に右足の小指ぶつけた。

Ouch! I just hit my right pinky toe on the corner of the dresser.

どうしたの?小指、ケガしてるじゃん。

What happened? Your pinky finger is injured, isn't it?


Kanji Composition