Describes something physically or figuratively sharp: a blade, a clear image, a keen mind, or a sharp remark. Used as a な-adjective.
This knife is very sharp and cuts well.
His analysis is always sharp.
In music, a note raised by a semitone. Often contrasted with フラット (flat).
See also: フラット
This piece has many sharps and is difficult.
hash sign; number sign; pound sign
Refers to the # symbol, used in phone numbers, social media tags, and computing.
Please press the hash sign before the phone number.
Abbreviation of シャープペンシル. Common in casual conversation.
See also: シャープペンシル
I forgot my mechanical pencil, so can I borrow a pencil?
The new camera's image quality is very sharp.
I added a sharp to the last note of this melody.
Please press the pound key after entering the extension number.
He answers any question sharply and precisely.