くし
kushi
JLPT N2nounVocabularyLevel 74 - JLPT N2

Quick answer

櫛 (くし (kushi)) means "Comb". The reading is くし (kushi). Audio pronunciation and kanji breakdown are below.

Meaning

Comb

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Example Sentences

長い髪をとかすために、細かい歯のついた櫛を使います。

ながいかみをとかすために、こまかいはのついたくしをつかいます。

To comb long hair, a comb with fine teeth is used.

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Last updated Jul 22, 2026

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