Translation of Japanese word "庭" to English
庭
にわ
[niwa]
IPA: /niwa/
Meaning
NounAn outdoor area containing one or more types of plants, usually plants grown for food or ornamental purposes.
How to use
庭 (niwa) — 'garden / yard / courtyard'. 日本庭園 (nihon teien) — Japanese garden. 庭いじり — gardening.
🇬🇧 English
garden / yard
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 庭
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): にわ
Romaji Transcription: niwa
Example Sentences
庭に花を植えます。
にわ に はな を うえます。
I will plant flowers in the garden.
庭で犬を飼っています。
にわ で いぬ を かっています。
I have a dog in the garden.
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Common phrases
- 日本庭園— Japanese garden
Frequency rank: #485 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "庭" mean?▼
The Japanese word "庭" means "garden / yard" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "庭"?▼
The word "庭" is read as "にわ" (niwa). 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: "Refers to the land around a house.".
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