Translation of Japanese word "バナナ" to English
バナナ
バナナ
[banana]
IPA: /banaɴa/
Meaning
NounAn elongated curved tropical fruit of a banana plant, which grows in bunches and has a creamy flesh and a smooth skin.
How to use
バナナ (banana) — 'banana' (loanword). バナナの皮 — banana peel.
🇬🇧 English
banana
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: バナナ
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): バナナ
Romaji Transcription: banana
Example Sentences
このレストランでは、バナナをフルーツサラダに使っています。
They use bananas in fruit salad at this restaurant.
バナナを食べる。
ばななをたべる。
Eat a banana.
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What does the Japanese word "バナナ" mean?▼
The Japanese word "バナナ" means "banana" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Grows in tropical regions.".
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