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Noun meaning 'end' or 'tip.' Used to indicate the final part of something, such as time or a series. Often appears in compounds like 『月末』 (getsumatsu, 'end of the month').
Theme
In a library, User and their classmate Yumi are discussing their study plans for the end of the semester.
末
すえ
the end of (e.g., of a period or sequence)
Advanced ExpansionAbstract Concepts
Memory Hook
To remember 『末』 (sue, 'the end of'), think of a 'sue' at the end of a legal case—it's the final part. For the powder meaning, imagine 'sue' as fine dust at the end of grinding.
Cultural Note
In Japanese, 『末』 (sue) is often used in compound words like 『年末』 (nenmatsu, 'year-end') to denote the conclusion of a period. As 'powder,' it appears in terms like 『粉末』 (funmatsu, 'powder'), common in cooking and science contexts.
Forms
Base: 末Noun meaning 'end' or 'tip.' Used to indicate the final part of something, such as time or a series. Often appears in compounds like 『月末』 (getsumatsu, 'end of the month').