ことばさや 言葉に鞘がある LinksSentence search for 言葉に鞘があるSentence search for ことばにさやがあるKanji details for 言, 葉 and 鞘Edit in JMdict Expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.), Godan verb with 'ru' ending (irregular verb)1. to be evasive; to be not entirely truthful; to not be frankIdiomatic expression Discussions Log in to talk about this word.