1.
tree
A tall plant with a trunk, branches, and leaves. A fundamental nature word.
2.
wood, timber
The material obtained from trees, used for building and crafts.
木 is one of the most basic nature words, meaning both 'tree' (the living plant) and 'wood' (the material).
KANJI READINGS:
- き: native Japanese reading (kun'yomi)
- もく: Sino-Japanese reading (e.g., 木曜日)
- ぼく: Sino-Japanese reading (e.g., 大木)
COMMON EXPRESSIONS:
COMPOUND WORDS:
IDIOM:
木を見て森を見ず: 'Can't see the forest for the trees' - focusing on details while missing the big picture.
Related Words
See also:
花