noun Uncommon

sai

seye

Sai (noun) means a traditional three-pronged handheld weapon used in some East Asian martial arts. Example: “The instructor demonstrated a defensive block using a pair of sai.”

noun

A traditional three-pronged handheld weapon used in some East Asian martial arts.

"The instructor demonstrated a defensive block using a pair of sai."

How to use sai

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA pronged martial-arts weapon, often used in pairs for blocking and striking.

Word forms

sai plural

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Etymology

From Japanese sai, the name of the weapon.

Origin: Japanese

Rhymes for sai

ai bai hai kai wai tai dai lai rai Mai nai Vai

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Frequently asked questions

What does “sai” mean?

The word “sai” means a traditional three-pronged handheld weapon used in some East Asian martial arts. In plain terms, a pronged martial-arts weapon, often used in pairs for blocking and striking.

How do you pronounce “sai”?

“Sai” is pronounced seye (/saɪ/ in IPA).

How do you use “sai” in a sentence?

Here is “sai” used in a sentence: “The instructor demonstrated a defensive block using a pair of sai.”

What part of speech is “sai”?

“Sai” is a noun.

Where does the word “sai” come from?

The word “sai” comes from Japanese. From Japanese sai, the name of the weapon.

Is “sai” a common word?

“Sai” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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