Jiten beta

押(お)さえ
Rank #37,469

Meanings

  • noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
    1. weight (e.g. paperweight); pressing down
  • 2. keeping control; exercising authority
  • 3. having self-control; exercising self-discipline
  • 4. defense; guard; deterrence

Readings

抑え
(60%)
おさえ
(21%)
押さえ
(16%)
押え
(<1%)
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