1For something sharp-pointed to pierce and lodge into something else, often implying it has become difficult to remove.
素足で歩いていたら、ガラスの破片が足に刺さった。
While walking barefoot, a piece of glass stuck into my foot.
木のとげが指に刺さって、なかなか抜けない。
A wooden splinter got stuck in my finger and won't come out easily.
釣り針が誤って手に刺さってしまった。
The fishhook accidentally stuck into my hand.
カーペットに画びょうが刺さっていて危なかった。
A thumbtack was stuck in the carpet, which was dangerous.
2For words or a work to strike deeply and emotionally, especially in the phrase "胸に刺さる" (to hit one's heart).
友人の何気ない一言が意外と胸に刺さった。
My friend's casual remark unexpectedly struck a nerve.
あの歌詞は失恋した人の心に刺さると評判だ。
Those lyrics are said to resonate deeply with people going through heartbreak.
広告のコピーが刺さるかどうかで売上が変わる。
Sales can change depending on whether an ad's copy resonates with people.