Translation of Japanese word "制服" to English
制服
せいふく
[seifuku]
IPA: /seifuku/
Meaning
NounA distinctive outfit that serves to identify members of a group, company, prison inmates, etc.
How to use
制服 (seifuku) — 'uniform'. 学校の制服 — school uniform. 制服を着る — wear a uniform.
🇬🇧 English
uniform
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 制服
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): せいふく
Romaji Transcription: seifuku
Example Sentences
制服を着て学校に行きます。
せいふくを して がっこうに いきます。
I will go to school wearing my uniform.
制服を買わなければなりません。
せいふくを かわなければ なりません。
I need to buy a uniform.
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Common phrases
- 学生服— student uniform
Frequency rank: #571 in Japanese
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What does the Japanese word "制服" mean?▼
The Japanese word "制服" means "uniform" in English.
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The word "制服" is read as "せいふく" (seifuku). 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: "Refers to a uniform worn in schools or companies.".
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