Vocabulary

What does 懐 (ふところ, futokoro) mean?

懐 (ふところ, futokoro) means inside the breast of one's clothing (esp. kimono); bosom; (breast) pocket.

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Readingふところ
Romajifutokoro
Part of speechnoun
ふところ
futokoro

inside the breast of one's clothing (esp. kimono); bosom; (breast) pocket

  1. 1noun inside the breast of one's clothing (esp. kimono); bosom; (breast) pocket
  2. 2noun space between one's chest and outstretched arms; (one's) reach
  3. 3noun heart (e.g. of a mountain); bosom (e.g. of nature); depths
  4. 4noun mind; heart; inner thoughts
  5. 5noun money (one is carrying); purse; pocketbook

Also written: 懷

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