堀
ほり
hori
JLPT N111 strokesKanjiLevel 97 - JLPT N1
Quick answer
堀 is the kanji for "Moat / Ditch / Canal". A common reading is ほり (hori). You can practice writing it on this page.
Meaning
Moat / Ditch / Canal
Also : Moat · Ditch · Canal
Readings
kunほり/ horionくつ/ kutsu
kun = Japanese reading · on = Chinese reading
Practice writing
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Example Sentences
城の周りの堀は深くて渡れない。
しろのまわりのほりはふかくてわたれない。
The moat surrounding the castle is too deep to cross.
堀端を歩くと風景が美しい。
ほりばたをあるくとふうけいがうつくしい。
Walking along the moat offers a beautiful view.
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