Translation of Japanese word "家" to English
家
いえ
[ie]
IPA: /ie/
Meaning
NounA structure built or serving as an abode of human beings.
How to use
家 (ie / uchi) — 'house / home'. 家に帰る — go home. uchi (pronounced うち) is the casual form meaning 'my place / home'. 家族 (kazoku) — family.
🇬🇧 English
house / home
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 家
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): いえ
Romaji Transcription: ie
Example Sentences
私は田の、アストに見だです。
私は田の、アストに見だです。
A house is a building where people live.
私は台だです。
私は台だです。
The house is big.
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Common phrases
- 家に帰る— to go home
- うちに来る— to come to my place
Frequency rank: #82 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "家" mean?▼
The Japanese word "家" means "house / home" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "家"?▼
The word "家" is read as "いえ" (ie). 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 house is a building where people live.".
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