VocabJLPT N1
thrust
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. thrust
  2. 2. stab
  3. 3. tsuki
  4. 4. tsuki
This noun refers to a thrust or stabbing motion, often used in the context of martial arts, fencing, or combat. It describes the act of driving something forward sharply, such as a punch or a stab with a weapon.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"That thrust landed!" he cried, pumping his fist!

Sentence 2

In the first place, doesn't that thrust count as a foul?

Sentence 3

He loosely took a stance and said, "I'll just try a thrust once."

Sentence 4

"Thrusts scare me, stop it," my little brother said, almost in tears.

Sentence 5

Stop using your chopsticks to pretend you're doing thrusts after dinner.