弓
N1きゅう
[kyuu]
Definitions
1.noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
bow (and arrow)
2.noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
unit of distance to an archery target (approx. six feet)
3.noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
unit of distance for land surveying (approx. eight feet)
Example Sentences
弓道で使う弓は伝統的に竹製が多いです。
Bows used in archery are often made of bamboo.
彼は弓の名手として知られている。
He is known as a master archer.
的に向かって弓を引いて矢を放った。
I drew the bow and shot the arrow at the target.