短刀 (たんとう, tantou) Japanese meaning: short sword | Kotomora帯
し
て
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He carried a short sword for self-defense.
We use a tantō in martial arts practice.
Usage patterns
短刀を持つto carry/hold a dagger
He was carrying a dagger inside his robe.
短刀で刺すto stab with a dagger
The culprit stabbed the victim with a dagger.
短刀を抜くto draw a dagger
She quickly drew her dagger.
