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腕
Arm, Skill
うで (ude)
JLPT N2
Interesting Fact
In Japanese, 腕 doesn't only mean 'arm.' Expressions like 腕がいい literally mean 'good arm,' but actually describe someone who is highly skilled at their job.
Memory Trick
Imagine a master craftsman confidently using his strong arms to create beautiful furniture. His skilled arms help you remember 腕 means both 'arm' and 'skill.'
Readings
Onyomi: ワン (wan)
Kunyomi: うで (ude)
Example Words
腕
うで (ude)
Arm
腕前
うでまえ (udemae)
Skill
腕時計
うでどけい (udedokei)
Wristwatch
腕力
わんりょく (wanryoku)
Arm strength
Example Sentence
彼 は 料理 の 腕 が いいです。
かれ は りょうり の うで が いいです。
kare wa ryouri no ude ga ii desu
He is good at cooking.