Translation of Japanese word "島" to English
島
しま
[shima]
IPA: /shima/
Meaning
NounA contiguous area of land, smaller than a continent, totally surrounded by water.
How to use
島 (shima) — 'island'. 無人島 (mujintou) — uninhabited island. 日本列島 — Japanese archipelago (islands).
🇬🇧 English
island
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 島
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): しま
Romaji Transcription: shima
Example Sentences
島は海に浮かんでいます。
しまはうみにうかんでいます。
The island is floating on the sea.
私たちは島で休みました。
わたしたちはしまでやすみました。
We rested on the island.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "島" mean?▼
The Japanese word "島" means "island" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "島"?▼
The word "島" is read as "しま" (shima). 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 land floating on the sea.".
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