Quick answer
腕 is the kanji for "Arm". A common reading is うで (ude). You can practice writing it on this page.
Meaning
Arm
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Readings
kun = Japanese reading · on = Chinese reading
Practice writing
Trace the kanji stroke by stroke with a visual guide.
Memory Aid
The kanji 腕 represents 'ARM'. Think of this shape as a picture representing the concept of arm.
On-reading: わん — remember this sound by associating it with arm. Kun-reading: うで.
Example Sentences
職人の腕前を間近で見られる工芸体験に参加しました。
しょくにんのうでまえをまぢかでみられるこうげいたいけんにさんかしました。
I participated in a craft experience where I could see a craftsman's skill up close.
腕を磨くために、毎日素振りの練習をしています。
うでをみがくために、まいにちすぶりのれんしゅうをしています。
In order to sharpen my skills, I practice swinging every day.
Vocabulary using 腕
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