Translation of Japanese word "台風" to English
台風
たいふう
[taifuu]
IPA: /tai.fuu/
Meaning
NounA severe tropical cyclone; an intense, rotating storm.
How to use
台風 (taifuu) — 'typhoon'. 台風が接近する — a typhoon is approaching. Common in Japan from August to October. Fundamental vocabulary item used across formal and informal Japanese speech and writing.
🇬🇧 English
typhoon
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 台風
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): たいふう
Romaji Transcription: taifuu
Example Sentences
台風が来ます。
たいふうがきます。
A typhoon is coming.
台風が強いです。
たいふうがつよいです。
The typhoon is strong.
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Common phrases
- とても台風 (totemo taifuu)— very typhoon
Frequency rank: #787 in Japanese
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What does the Japanese word "台風" mean?▼
The Japanese word "台風" means "typhoon" in English.
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The word "台風" is read as "たいふう" (taifuu). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "台風が来ます。".
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