VocabJLPT N3
thumb
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. thumb
  2. 2. big toe
  3. 3. Thumb
This noun refers to the thumb, the largest and shortest finger on the hand. It is used in everyday conversation and also appears in expressions related to giving approval or indicating something is good.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I banged my thumb on the cabinet while getting ready this morning and it really hurts!

Sentence 2

My thumb feels cold and it's kind of worrying me.

Sentence 3

He said "warming your thumb helps ease the pain."

Sentence 4

Ugh, a hangnail on my thumb — the low-key worst kind of pain!

Sentence 5

A thumbs-up? Come on, that's way too casual!