Translation guide
The sharp tip of a sword. In Japanese, this is most commonly expressed with the word 切っ先 (kissaki), but other terms exist depending on context and style.
Referring to the very end of a sword blade, the part used for thrusting.
The most common and general term for the point of a sword. Used in both everyday and literary contexts.
彼は刀の切っ先を相手に向けた。
He pointed the tip of his sword at his opponent.
An alternative kanji for 切っ先, often used in more formal or literary contexts. Same reading and meaning.
Literally 'sword tip'. Can refer to the point of a sword, but is also used more broadly for the tip of any bladed weapon. Slightly more formal or technical.
Primarily means the tip of a spear or halberd, but can be used poetically for a sword point. Not the standard term.
鋒鋭く、敵を貫いた。
The sword's point was sharp and pierced the enemy.
剣先が光った。
The tip of the sword gleamed.
The point of the blade shone in the moonlight.