白眉
はくび · hakubi
Finest example, the best (of)
- white eyebrows
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high first, then falls · what is pitch accent?
How it’s used
Formal written Japanese, often in reviews or critiques, to single out the best among many.
Not to be confused with 白髪 (shiraga), which simply means white hair.
Example sentences
今年の映画で白眉はこれだ。
This is the finest film of the year.
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彼の作品集で白眉となる一枚だ。
It's the standout piece in his collection.
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What does 白眉 mean?
Finest example, the best (of). It can also mean: white eyebrows.
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はくび (hakubi). Pitch accent: atamadaka — high first, then falls. Press Listen above to hear it.
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