Japanese

どひょう
Meaning: dohyo (sumo ring)
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

土
俵

Example sentences

The sumo wrestlers clashed fiercely on the dohyo.
力士は相手を土俵の外に押し倒した。
The wrestler pushed his opponent down outside the ring.
力士が土俵の上で力強く四股を踏むと、会場中に大きな音が響いた。
When the sumo wrestler stomped his legs powerfully on the dohyo, a loud sound echoed throughout the venue.

Usage Notes

Refers to the ring in which sumo wrestling matches are held. It can also be used metaphorically to refer to a place of competition.

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