Translation of Japanese word "動画" to English
動画
どうが
[douga]
IPA: /dōga/
Meaning
NounTransient visual content or media, processed with technology.
How to use
動画 (douga) — 'video / moving image / animation'. 動画サイト — video sharing site. 動画編集 (douga henshuu) — video editing.
🇬🇧 English
video
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 動画
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): どうが
Romaji Transcription: douga
Example Sentences
この動画はとても面白いです。
このどうがはとてもおもしろいです。
This video is very interesting.
この動画をYouTubeで見ることができます。
このどうがをユーチューブでみることができます。
You can watch this video on YouTube.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "動画" mean?▼
The Japanese word "動画" means "video" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "動画"?▼
The word "動画" is read as "どうが" (douga). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see a usage guide or example with "動画"?▼
Yes, here is a practical context/example: "A visual or audio recording.".
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