敷居・閾|しきいshikii[0]heiban (flat)
しきみshikimiしきshiki
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Which spelling to use
敷居敷居 is the more common spelling and the recommended choice for beginners. It refers especially to a threshold with grooves for sliding doors, and also to a sill.
閾閾 is a less common form of the same word, written entirely in kanji. Recognize it as a variant, but use 敷居 when choosing a form to write.
Definitions
- noun, architecturethreshold (esp. one with grooves for sliding doors); sill
Synonyms & antonyms
敷居 refers to the sill at the bottom of a doorway, especially the grooved piece that guides sliding doors; English 'threshold' is broader, so reserve 敷居 for this architectural sense.
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