筆
also: ひつ
Meanings
writing brush; paintbrush; pen
Refers to the physical tool for writing or painting, including traditional brushes and modern pens.
My grandfather writes letters with a brush.
I bought a new paintbrush.
brushwork; penmanship; something drawn with a brush
Refers to the act of writing or drawing with a brush, or the resulting work. Often used in artistic or calligraphic contexts.
His brushwork is powerful.
This painting is by her brush.
writing; the written word
Only with reading ふで
Abstract use referring to the act of composing text or the resulting written work. Restricted to reading ふで.
He makes a living by writing.
That article is from his pen.
Only with reading ひつ
Counter for lots or plots of land. Restricted to reading ひつ.
This land is divided into three lots.
Usage patterns
- 〈数〉筆の土地counter for a plot/lot of land
This land is divided into three lots.
- 筆を洗うto wash a brush (after use)
Please wash the brush well after you finish using it.
- 〈物〉を筆で描くto draw/paint something with a brush
She painted the flowers with a brush.