This is the 2368th most frequent Japanese word.

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The Japanese word "ク" (ku) is a katakana character, primarily used for foreign loanwords, onomatopoeia, or emphasis.


In this sentence, 'ク!' is used as an exclamation expressing a reaction to spicy food.

彼は辛い食べ物を見ると、顔をしかめて『ク!』と言う。

When he sees spicy food, he grimaces and says 'Ku!'


Here, 'ク' refers to a button labeled as 'Ku' on a game controller.

このゲームは『ク』を押すと、キャラクターがジャンプします。

In this game, pressing 'Ku' makes the character jump.


In this context, 'ク' functions as a nickname for an individual.

彼のニックネームは『ク』で、友達からそう呼ばれている。

His nickname is 'Ku', and that's what his friends call him.