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VocabJLPT N4

tooth

Noun

Definitions

1. tooth
2. teeth
3. tooth (of a comb, saw, etc.)
4. support (of a geta)

This noun refers to a tooth or teeth. It appears in many everyday contexts such as brushing your teeth or visiting a dentist, and it can also refer to the teeth of a comb or gear in more technical usage.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

She smiled, showing her white teeth.

Sentence 2

"If your tooth hurts, just go already," my friend said.

Sentence 3

That wall is too high — it's way out of my league right now.

Sentence 4

"I'm going to the dentist because my tooth hurts," she said.

Sentence 5

I ate too many sweets and now my tooth hurts.