Translation of Japanese word "深刻な" to English
深刻な
しんこくな
[shinkoku na]
IPA: /ʃiɴkokɯna/
Meaning
Adjectiveserious / severe
🇬🇧 English
serious / severe
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 深刻な
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): しんこくな
Romaji Transcription: shinkoku na
Example Sentences
この課題を解決するためには、深刻な対策が求められている。
このかだいを かいけつするためには、深刻な たいさくが もとめられている。
To solve this challenge, serious measures are required.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "深刻な" mean?▼
The Japanese word "深刻な" means "serious / severe" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "深刻な"?▼
The word "深刻な" is read as "しんこくな" (shinkoku na). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see a usage guide or example with "深刻な"?▼
Yes, here is a practical context/example: "この課題を解決するためには、深刻な対策が求められている。".
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