2 Japanese words read e
e (え) is shared by 2 distinct words, each with its own kanji and meaning. Jump to: 絵 · 柄.
絵
えPicture, painting, drawing
N5noun·e
How to remember it
絵's brush-like strokes evoke 'eh!' — a picture worth a thousand words.
Example sentences
この絵は美しいです。
このえはうつくしいです。
This picture is beautiful.
娘は絵を描きます。
むすめはえをかきます。
My daughter draws pictures.
Usage
Counter is まい; pairs with 描く (to draw) or 見る (to view).
Related words
絵画描く写真色
柄
えHandle, grip (of a blade)
N3noun·e
How to remember it
Stands alone like a single kana え — the lone handle you grip on a blade.
Example sentences
刀の柄を握りしめた。
かたなのえをにぎりしめた。
He gripped the handle of the sword tightly.
ナイフの柄が滑りやすい。
ないふのえがすべりやすい。
The knife's handle is slippery.
Usage
Specialized word for sword/dagger grips; 持ち手 (もちて) is more general for handles.
Related words
握る刀ナイフ持ち手