Translation of Japanese word "つまり" to English
つまり
つまり
[tsumari]
IPA: /tsumari/
Meaning
PrepositionStated or interpreted another way; phrased differently Used to introduce an explanation, simplification, or clarification.
How to use
つまり (tsumari) — 'in other words / that is to say'. つまり、〜ということです — In other words, it means ~.
🇬🇧 English
in other words
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: つまり
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): つまり
Romaji Transcription: tsumari
Example Sentences
彼はつまり、病気だった。
かれは つまり よんでった。
In other words, he was sick.
つまり、彼は来ないということだ。
つまり かれは こないと いう ことだ。
In other words, he's not coming.
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Common phrases
- つまり〜ということです— In other words, it means ~
Frequency rank: #248 in Japanese
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What does the Japanese word "つまり" mean?▼
The Japanese word "つまり" means "in other words" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Used to explain something briefly.".
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