This is the 721st most frequent Japanese word.

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"主" (shu/nushi) means "main," "master," or "owner."


In this sentence, "主" (しゅ, Shu) is used to mean "lord" or "master," often in a religious context.

主は神聖である。

The Lord is holy.


Here, "主" (おも, Omo) implies "main" or "chief," used to signify the most important element.

この文房具セットの主は鉛筆です。

The main item in this stationery set is the pencil.


In this case, "主" (ぬし, Nushi) refers to "head" or "chief person," indicating someone responsible or in charge.

私の姉は家の主です。

My older sister is the head of the household.