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握手

Handshake


Meaning

Handshake, Shaking Hands

Word Type

noun, verbal noun

Explanation

A grip with your hand (onto another hand) is a handshake.


Reading

あくしゅ

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. With 手 just think back to other vocab words that use the on'yomi reading.


Context

Context Sentences

CDを買うと、オマケで握手券が二枚ついてきた。

I bought a CD that came with two handshake tickets as a bonus. (Handshake tickets are similar to meet and greet tickets.)


Kanji Composition