Translation of Japanese word "地平線" to English
地平線
ちへいせん
[chiheisen]
IPA: /t͡ɕie̞pʲiɾiɴ/
Meaning
NounThe visible horizontal line (in all directions) where the sky appears to meet the earth in the distance.
How to use
地平線 (chiheisen) — 'horizon (land)'. 水平線 (suiheisen) — sea horizon. 地平線に沈む太陽 — sun setting on the horizon.
🇬🇧 English
horizon
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 地平線
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): ちへいせん
Romaji Transcription: chiheisen
Example Sentences
地平線が見えた。
ちへいせんがみえた。
I saw the horizon.
地平線は遠い。
ちへいせんはとおい。
The horizon is far.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "地平線" mean?▼
The Japanese word "地平線" means "horizon" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "地平線"?▼
The word "地平線" is read as "ちへいせん" (chiheisen). 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: "A boundary line between the ground and the sky.".
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