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[ひと(人)·さ(差)·し·ゆび(指)]
hitosashiyubi
noun

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[ひと(人)·さし(差)·ゆび(指)]
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[ひと(人)·さ(指)·し·ゆび(指)]
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[ひと(人)·さ·し·ゆび(指)]
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English Meaning(s) for 人差し指

noun
  1. index finger; forefinger
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Definition and Synonyms for 人差し指

Index Finger the finger next to the thumb
Synonyms: 人差し指, 示指, 食指

Meanings for each kanji in 人差し指

» person
» distinction; difference; variation; discrepancy; margin; balance
» finger; point to; indicate; put into; play (chess); measure (ruler)

Categories 人差し指 is a member of

Finger any of the terminal members of the hand (sometimes excepting the thumb)
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Sample Sentences for 人差し指

The policeman beckoned to me with his forefinger.
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He picked up a butterfly between his thumb and forefinger.
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She interrupted me when I was speaking by putting her finger on my mouth.
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I burned my forefinger on fire tongs.
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She tapped the box with her forefinger.
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