Translation of Japanese word "岩" to English

岩

Q: What is the definition of the Japanese word "岩"?

The Japanese word "岩" is defined as: "A formation of minerals, specifically: The naturally occurring aggregate of solid mineral matter that constitutes a significant part of the earth's crust."

いわ

[iwa]

IPA: /iwa/

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Meaning

Noun

A formation of minerals, specifically: The naturally occurring aggregate of solid mineral matter that constitutes a significant part of the earth's crust.

Reviewed by the TheLernen language teamDefinition sourced from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0)Last updated: June 16, 2026

How to use

岩 (iwa) — 'rock / boulder / cliff'. 巨大な岩 — huge rock. 岩石 (ganseki) — rock/stone (geology).

🇬🇧 English

rock / boulder

Usage GuideA natural material.

Pronunciation Guide

Japanese Kanji: 岩
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): いわ
Romaji Transcription: iwa

Example Sentences

岩は硬いです。

いわはかたいです。

The rock is hard.

私たちは岩を登りました。

わたしたちはいわをのぼりました。

We climbed the rock.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Japanese word "岩" mean?▼

The Japanese word "岩" means "rock / boulder" in English.

How do you pronounce the Japanese word "岩"?▼

The word "岩" is read as "いわ" (iwa). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.

Can I see a usage guide or example with "岩"?▼

Yes, here is a practical context/example: "A natural material.".

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