でこ
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こ
Meanings
1
usually written using kana alone
Casual word for the forehead, often used in everyday speech. The kanji 凸 visually suggests a protruding shape.
See also: おでこ
I fell and got a bump on my forehead.
He has a broad forehead, doesn't he?
2
usually written using kana alone
Refers to a raised bump or protrusion, often on a surface or the body. The kanji 凸 itself represents a convex shape.
Let's shave down this bump on the board to make it flat.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉にでこができるa bump forms on (a surface or body part)
A bump formed on my head.
- 〈人〉のでこが広いsomeone's forehead is broad
He has a broad forehead.
- でこを出すto expose one's forehead (e.g. by pushing back hair)
I pushed my bangs up to show my forehead.