Translation of Japanese word "ナイフ" to English
ナイフ
ナイフ
[naifu]
IPA: /naifu/
Meaning
NounA utensil or a tool designed for cutting, consisting of a flat piece of hard material, usually steel or other metal (the blade), usually sharpened on one edge, attached to a handle. The blade may be pointed for piercing.
How to use
ナイフ (naifu) — 'knife' (loanword). ナイフとフォーク — knife and fork. 折りたたみナイフ — pocket knife.
🇬🇧 English
knife
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: ナイフ
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): ナイフ
Romaji Transcription: naifu
Example Sentences
ナイフで野菜を切ってください。
ないふで やさいを きって ください。
Please cut the vegetables with a knife.
ナイフは危ないので注意してください。
ないふは あぶないの で ちゅういして ください。
Be careful with the knife because it's dangerous.
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What does the Japanese word "ナイフ" mean?▼
The Japanese word "ナイフ" means "knife" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "A tool used for cooking or eating.".
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