Japanese Word · Intermediate
帆柱
mast
Pronunciation: [ho̞ba̠ɕiɾa̠]
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "mast".
Example
日星曜を隠し、山岳形を潜め、商旅行かず、檣傾き楫は摧けた。
The sun and stars hide their brilliance; the mountains obscure their shape; merchants and travellers do not travel, for their masts have toppled and their oars are broken.
Practice tips
- Practice 帆柱 out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Japanese word is for intermediate-level learners.