鼻
0%
Log in to evaluate your pronunciation.
No feedback yet. Please speak to see your results.
Base noun form. Refers to the body part used for breathing and smelling. Can be used in phrases like 『鼻が高い』 (hana ga takai, 'to be proud' literally 'nose is high').
Theme
At a park, User and their friend Kenji are discussing health and allergies during spring. User mentions issues with their nose.
鼻
はな
nose
Everyday Life & SurvivalHealth & Body
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'banana' (sounds like 'hana' in 鼻) on your face as a nose — silly but memorable! 'Banana nose' → 鼻 (hana, 'nose').
Cultural Note
In Japan, blowing your nose loudly in public is considered rude; it's more polite to excuse yourself or use a tissue quietly. The nose is also a key feature in traditional masks like 『能面』 (nōmen, 'Noh masks') to express emotions.
Forms
Base: 鼻Base noun form. Refers to the body part used for breathing and smelling. Can be used in phrases like 『鼻が高い』 (hana ga takai, 'to be proud' literally 'nose is high').