首
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Noun referring to the body part 'neck.' Can also metaphorically mean 'dismissal' (e.g., 『首になる』 kubi ni naru, 'to be fired').
Theme
User visits a clinic for a stiff neck and consults with Dr. Tanaka about the discomfort.
首
くび
neck
Everyday Life & SurvivalHealth & Body
Memory Hook
Imagine a giraffe with a long neck. You point and say, 『首』 (kubi, 'neck')! 'Coo-bee' sounds like 'cubby' where you store things—your neck holds your head!
Cultural Note
In Japanese culture, the neck is considered an attractive feature, often highlighted in traditional arts like 『浮世絵』 (ukiyo-e, 'woodblock prints'). Phrases like 『首をかしげる』 (kubi o kashigeru, 'to tilt one's head') express curiosity or confusion.
Forms
Base: 首Noun referring to the body part 'neck.' Can also metaphorically mean 'dismissal' (e.g., 『首になる』 kubi ni naru, 'to be fired').