tug of war in Japanese

tug of war in Japanese is 綱引き.

tug of war in Japanese

綱引き

noun

Pronounced: tsunahiki

A game or competition in which two teams pull or tug on opposite ends of a rope trying to force the other team over the line which initially marked the middle between the two teams.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "tug of war" in Japanese?

"tug of war" in Japanese is 綱引き.

How do you pronounce 綱引き?

"tug of war" in Japanese is 綱引き, pronounced "tsunahiki".

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