This is the 1622nd most frequent Japanese word.

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"枝" means "branch" or "twig."


The word '枝' (branch) refers to a physical part of the tree here.

木の枝に鳥がとまっている。

A bird is perched on the branch of a tree.


The word '枝' (branch) is used metaphorically here to describe a diversified approach.

この問題を解決するには、枝分かれした考え方が必要です。

To resolve this problem, a branched way of thinking is necessary.


Again, '枝' (branch) is used to indicate the tangible part of a plant.

冬は枝から葉がすべて落ちる。

In winter, all the leaves fall off the branches.