すり
Meanings
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usually written using kana alone
Refers to a person who steals from pockets or bags in public places.
I had my wallet stolen by a pickpocket on the train.
Please be careful of pickpockets in tourist areas.
Usage patterns
- すりに遭うto fall victim to a pickpocket
I got pickpocketed on the train.
- すりに気をつけるto watch out for pickpockets
Please watch out for pickpockets in crowded places.
- すりを働くto commit pickpocketing
The man committed pickpocketing at the station.