This kanji means thrust, poke, or strike.

on readings:
  • totsu
kun readings:
  • tsu
examples:
hanetsuki Japanese badminton
totsuzen sudden
たる tsukiataru run/bump into, reach the end
tsuku thrust, poke, strike
totsunyū rush in, storm

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Last Alteration Performed: 7 January 2026 by Bradley James Wogsland.