Translation guide
The hole at the top of a sewing needle through which thread passes. In Japanese, this is expressed with a specific compound word.
The physical opening at the top of a needle used for sewing.
The standard, neutral term for the eye of a needle. Literally 'needle's hole'.
糸を針の穴に通すのは難しい。
It's difficult to thread a needle.
この針の穴はとても小さい。
The eye of this needle is very small.
A slightly more compact compound, often used in technical or written contexts.
Literally 'needle's ear', a less common metaphorical term. May be understood but not the primary word.
針の耳に糸を通す。
To pass thread through the eye of a needle.
There are also tools for threading a needle.