手のひら

てのひら
Alternative readings: たなごころ, しょう
Alternative writings: , 手の平
JLPT:N1
Frequency:
1

The palm of the hand—the inner surface from the base of the fingers to the wrist, used for holding and sensing touch.

Noun

Examples

赤ちゃんの手のひらは柔らかくて温かい。

A baby's palm is soft and warm.

手のひらに汗をかいて緊張しているのがわかる。

You can tell he's nervous because his palms are sweaty.

掌に刻まれた線を見せてください。

Please show me the lines on your palm.