Japanese

てき
Meaning: enemy; opponent; rival
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: かたき

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Handwriting

敵

Example sentences

The hero finally defeated the powerful enemy.
彼は一撃で敵を倒した。
He defeated the enemy with a single blow.
彼は素早い動きで敵をかわした。
He dodged the enemy with a quick movement.
彼は鋭い剣を手に持って、敵に立ち向かった。
He held a sharp sword in his hand and faced the enemy.
敵軍の攻撃を防ぐために、援軍が派遣された。
Reinforcements were dispatched to prevent the enemy army's attack.
彼は一撃で敵を倒した。
He defeated the enemy with a single blow.
侍は鋭い刀で敵を斬った。
The samurai cut the enemy with a sharp sword.
兵士は盾を構えて、敵の攻撃を必死に防いだ。
The soldier held his shield and desperately fended off the enemy's attack.
敵の陣に切り込んだ。
They charged into the enemy's camp.
その動物は、敵を威嚇するために大きな声を出した。
The animal let out a loud cry to intimidate its enemy.

Usage Notes

Used for enemies in war, opponents in a game, or things that are harmful/detrimental.

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