Translation of Japanese word "ハンカチ" to English
ハンカチ
ハンカチ
[hankachi]
IPA: /hɑŋkɑtɕi/
Meaning
NounA piece of cloth, usually square and often fine and elegant, carried for wiping the face, eyes, nose or hands.
How to use
ハンカチ (hankachi) — 'handkerchief' (loanword). ハンカチで手を拭く — wipe hands with a handkerchief.
🇬🇧 English
handkerchief
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: ハンカチ
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): ハンカチ
Romaji Transcription: hankachi
Example Sentences
ハンカチを忘れてきてしまった。
はんかちをわすれてきてしまった
I forgot to bring my handkerchief.
ハンカチで口をふきます。
はんかちでくちをふきます
I blow my nose with a handkerchief.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "ハンカチ" mean?▼
The Japanese word "ハンカチ" means "handkerchief" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "ハンカチ"?▼
The word "ハンカチ" is read as "ハンカチ" (hankachi). 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: "A piece of cloth used to wipe one's hands or mouth.".
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