Japanese DictionaryDefinition of 寸
Words related to 寸
- (n) an inch ahead; the immediate future
霧がとても濃かったので、一寸先も見えなかった。
The mist was so dense that I could not see even an inch ahead.
- (n) dwarf; midget; elf; Tom Thumb; Jack Sprat
- Issun-boshi (Japanese fairytale)
- (n) heart; mind; feelings
私の昇進は彼の胸三寸である。
My promotion hangs on his decision.
- (n) dagger
Sentences containing 寸
It's necessary to take correct measurements when you are tailoring a suit.
Sam got a raw deal when he was laid off just before his job would have become permanent.