- 刀 — sword / katana
- 日本刀 — Japanese sword
- 刀剣 — swords and daggers
- 短刀 — short sword
- 刀身 — blade of a sword
- 宝刀 — treasured sword
- 木刀 — wooden sword
- 名刀 — famous sword
Common in words related to weapons, martial arts, and history. Its simple form makes it easy to recognize and remember.
武士は刀を持っていた。
The samurai carried a sword.
刀の刃は 光を反射していた。
The blade of the sword reflected the light.