Translation of Japanese word "彼ら" to English
彼ら
かれら
[karera]
IPA: /kareɾa/
Meaning
NounA group of entities previously mentioned.
How to use
彼ら (karera) — 'they (mixed or male group)'. 彼女たち (kanojotachi) — they (female group). 彼ら is the standard pronoun for a group including males.
🇬🇧 English
they (mixed/male)
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 彼ら
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): かれら
Romaji Transcription: karera
Example Sentences
彼らは学校に通っています。
かれらはがっこうにとっています。
They are going to school.
彼らは映画を観ています。
かれらはえいがをみています。
They are watching a movie.
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Common phrases
- 彼らは〜です— They are ~
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Frequency rank: #240 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "彼ら" mean?▼
The Japanese word "彼ら" means "they (mixed/male)" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "彼ら"?▼
The word "彼ら" is read as "かれら" (karera). 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 "彼ら"?▼
Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Used to refer to a group of people that includes both men and women.".
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