also: いとじょう
noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', noun
thread-like; filamentous; stringy
Describes something that resembles a thread or filament in shape or structure. Often used in technical or descriptive contexts (biology, materials, etc.).
この菌類は糸状の構造を持っている。
This fungus has a filamentous structure.
顕微鏡で見ると、糸状の繊維が確認できる。
Under a microscope, thread-like fibers can be observed.
Compound of 糸 (thread) and 状 (shape, form). The reading しじょう is the standard on'yomi, while いとじょう mixes kun'yomi and on'yomi and is less common.