鈍い
Reading: にぶい
Meaning: dull, slow, blunt
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Example Sentence
この 刀 の 切れ味 が 鈍い
This sword's blade is dull.
Usage Notes
Can refer to both physical dullness (like a blade) or mental slowness.
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