六・６・陸|ろくroku[2]odaka (tail-high)
むmuむうmuu
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Which spelling to use
六六 is the most common written form of this entry and is written entirely in kanji. It is the form beginners should use most often.
６６ is a less common written form of 六, using a different script rather than kanji. It is an alternative to 六.
陸陸 is a less common written form of 六 and is written entirely in kanji. Beginners should choose 六 instead when selecting a form.
Definitions
- numeralsix; 6陸 is used in legal documents
Synonyms & antonyms
- Synonym六つむっつNeutralNative Japanese numeral for counting objects or giving an age, as in 「六つの箱」; 「ろく」 is used for the number itself and in measurements.
- Synonym半ダースはんダースNeutralRefers to a set of six, used mainly for goods sold in packs such as drinks or eggs, as in 「ビール半ダース」; not interchangeable with 「ろく」 for the bare number.
Use 「ろく」 for the number itself or with counters; use 「六つ」 to count objects or ages; 「半ダース」 is for a set of six, mainly goods sold in packs like drinks or eggs.
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