Translation of Japanese word "印象" to English
印象
いんしょう
[inshou]
IPA: /inshou/
Meaning
NounThe indentation or depression made by the pressure of one object on or into another.
How to use
印象 (inshou) — 'impression'. 第一印象 (daiichi inshou) — first impression. 印象的な — impressive / memorable.
🇬🇧 English
impression
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 印象
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): いんしょう
Romaji Transcription: inshou
Example Sentences
彼の印象は、優しい人です。
かのじょのいんしょうは、ゆうしいひとです。
My impression of him is that he is a kind person.
印象を良くするために、まずは相手に親切な態度を示してください。
いんしょうをよくするために、まずはあいてにしきじなたいじをあらわしてください。
To make a good impression, please show a kind attitude to the other person first.
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- 第一印象— first impression
Frequency rank: #697 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "印象" mean?▼
The Japanese word "印象" means "impression" in English.
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The word "印象" is read as "いんしょう" (inshou). 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: "Feeling a person's character or traits.".
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