Translation of Japanese word "枕" to English
枕
まくら
[makura]
IPA: /makura/
Meaning
NounA soft cushion used to support the head in bed.
How to use
枕 (makura) — 'pillow'. 枕元 (makuramoto) — bedside / pillow side. 抱き枕 — body pillow. Fundamental vocabulary item used across formal and informal Japanese speech and writing.
🇬🇧 English
pillow
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 枕
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): まくら
Romaji Transcription: makura
Example Sentences
枕を高くして寝ます。
まくらを たかくして ねます。
I will sleep with a high pillow.
枕を洗わなければなりません。
まくらを あらわなければ なりません。
I need to wash the pillow.
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Common phrases
- 柔らかい枕— soft pillow
- 枕が合わない— pillow doesn't fit
- 枕元に置く— put at bedside
Frequency rank: #573 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "枕" mean?▼
The Japanese word "枕" means "pillow" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "枕"?▼
The word "枕" is read as "まくら" (makura). 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: "枕を高くして寝ます。".
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