Translation of Japanese word "予約する" to English
予約する
よやくする
[yoyakusuru]
IPA: /joɯakusɯru/
Meaning
VerbTo keep back; to retain.
How to use
予約する (yoyaku suru) — 'to reserve / book'. 席を予約する — reserve a seat. 予約席 (yoyakuseki) — reserved seat.
🇬🇧 English
to reserve / book
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 予約する
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): よやくする
Romaji Transcription: yoyakusuru
Example Sentences
彼女は来週の飛行機に予約した。
かのじょはらいしゅうのひこうきによやくした。
She booked a flight for next week.
彼は来月のホテルに予約した。
かれはらいげつのほてるによやくした。
He booked a hotel for next month.
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Common phrases
- ホテルを予約する— to book a hotel
Frequency rank: #384 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "予約する" mean?▼
The Japanese word "予約する" means "to reserve / book" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "予約する"?▼
The word "予約する" is read as "よやくする" (yoyakusuru). 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: "Used to secure future time or place.".
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