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[いっ()·ぱつ()]
ippatsu
noun, adverb

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[いっ()·ぱつ()]
ippatsu

English Meaning(s) for 一発

noun
  1. shot; charge; explosion
  2. blow; punch
  3. home run
noun, adverb
  1. try; attempt
noun
  1. win on the first go-around after calling riichi

Definition and Synonyms for 一発

Hit a successful stroke in an athletic contest (especially in baseball)
Synonyms: ヒット, 一撃, 一発, 命中, 当たり, 当たる, 打撃, 的中
One Shot a charge of ammunition for a single shot
Synonyms: 一発

Meanings for each kanji in 一発

» one; one radical (no.1)
» discharge; departure; publish; emit; start from; disclose; counter for gunshots

Categories 一発 is a member of

Exploit a notable achievement
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Ammo projectiles to be fired from a gun
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Stroke Order Diagrams for 一発

Sample Sentences for 一発

He hit the center of the target with his first shot.
Kunihiko hit the target with his first shot.
When Tobita gives a plan his seal of approval, the client accepts it at first glance.
She shot a gun.
Tom received a heavy blow on the head.

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