Translation of Japanese word "しかし" to English
しかし
しかし
[shikashi]
IPA: /shikashi/
Meaning
ConjunctionBut, yet, though, although.
How to use
しかし (shikashi) — 'however / but'. More formal than でも. Used in writing and formal speech to introduce a contrast. しかし、問題があります — However, there is a problem.
🇬🇧 English
however
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: しかし
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): しかし
Romaji Transcription: shikashi
Example Sentences
私は行きたいですが、しかし疲れています。
わたしはいきたいですが しかしつかれています。
I want to go, but I'm tired.
彼は来るはずだったですが、しかし来ませんでした。
かれはくるはずだったですが しかしきませんでした。
He was supposed to come, but he didn't.
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Common phrases
- しかし、〜— However, ~
- しかしながら— nevertheless / however (formal)
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Frequency rank: #17 in Japanese
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What does the Japanese word "しかし" mean?▼
The Japanese word "しかし" means "however" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "A conjunction used to express opposition or objection.".
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