Translation of Japanese word "技術" to English
技術
ぎじゅつ
[gijutsu]
IPA: /gijutsu/
Meaning
NounThe combined application of science and art in practical ways in industry, as for example in designing new machines.
How to use
技術 (gijutsu) — 'technology / engineering / skill / art'. 先端技術 — cutting-edge technology. 技術的な問題 — technical problem. Fundamental vocabulary item used across formal and informal Japanese speech and writing.
🇬🇧 English
technology / skill
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 技術
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): ぎじゅつ
Romaji Transcription: gijutsu
Example Sentences
技術は生活を便利にします。
ぎじゅつはせいかつをべんりにします。
Technology makes life more convenient.
技術の進歩は産業に大きな影響を与えます。
ぎじゅつのしんぽはさんぎょうにたいきなえいきょうをあたえます。
The progress of technology has a significant impact on industry.
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- 技術は生活を便利にします。— Technology makes life more convenient.
Frequency rank: #653 in Japanese
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The Japanese word "技術" means "technology / skill" in English.
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