Translation of Japanese word "幸せ" to English
幸せ
しあわせ
[shiawase]
IPA: /shiawase/
Meaning
NounThe emotion of being happy; joy; elation.
How to use
幸せ (shiawase) — 'happiness / good fortune'. な-adjective or noun. 幸せな家族 — happy family. お幸せに！ — I wish you happiness! (to newlyweds).
🇬🇧 English
happiness
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 幸せ
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): しあわせ
Romaji Transcription: shiawase
Example Sentences
幸せは人間の生活の重要な要素です。
しあわせはにんげんのせいかつのじゅうようないんすうです。
Happiness is an important element of human life.
幸せを求めることは人間の本能です。
しあわせをもとめることはにんげんのほんのうです。
Pursuing happiness is a fundamental human instinct.
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What does the Japanese word "幸せ" mean?▼
The Japanese word "幸せ" means "happiness" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "幸せ"?▼
The word "幸せ" is read as "しあわせ" (shiawase). 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 state of being in which the mind is calm and satisfied.".
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