Translation of Japanese word "夜" to English
夜
よる
[yoru]
IPA: /ɲaɾa/
Meaning
NounThe time when the Sun is below the horizon when the sky is dark.
How to use
夜 (yoru) — 'night / evening'. 夜ごはん (yorugohan) — dinner. 今夜 (konya) — tonight. 深夜 (shinya) — late night / midnight. Fundamental vocabulary item used across formal and informal Japanese speech and writing.
🇬🇧 English
night / evening
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 夜
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): よる
Romaji Transcription: yoru
Example Sentences
夜は暗いです。
よるはくらいです。
It's dark at night.
夜は映画を見ます。
よるはえいがをみます。
We watch a movie at night.
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Common phrases
- 夜ごはん— dinner / supper
- 今夜— tonight
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Frequency rank: #106 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "夜" mean?▼
The Japanese word "夜" means "night / evening" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "夜"?▼
The word "夜" is read as "よる" (yoru). 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: "夜は暗いです。".
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