Translation of Japanese word "叔母" to English
叔母
おば
[oba]
IPA: /oba/
Meaning
NounThe sister or sister-in-law of one’s parent.
How to use
叔母 (oba) — 'aunt (younger than parent)'. Written 伯母 if older. Polite/someone else's: おばさん (obasan).
🇬🇧 English
aunt
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 叔母
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): おば
Romaji Transcription: oba
Example Sentences
私の叔母は優しい人です。
わたしの おばは やさしい ひとです。
My aunt is a kind person.
叔母の誕生日は来週です。
おばの たんじょうびは らいしゅうです。
My aunt's birthday is next week.
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Common phrases
- おばさん— aunt / middle-aged woman (polite)
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Frequency rank: #447 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "叔母" mean?▼
The Japanese word "叔母" means "aunt" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "叔母"?▼
The word "叔母" is read as "おば" (oba). 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 the sister of one's father or mother.".
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