What does 筋 mean?
筋 is a Japanese noun meaning “muscle” or “line” in English. It can also be translated as “plot (of a story)” or “logic” depending on context. It is written as 筋 in kanji, すじ in hiragana, and suji in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N3 vocabulary.
Example sentences
運動して足の筋を痛めた。
I pulled a muscle in my leg while exercising.
この映画の筋はよく分からない。
I don't really understand the plot of this film.