鋭利
Reading: えいり
Meaning: sharp, keen (of blade)
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Example Sentence
刃物 が とても 鋭利 で 危険 だ
The blade is very sharp and dangerous.
Usage Notes
Typically used to describe cutting tools or weapons. More formal than 鋭い and specifically refers to cutting ability.
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