Translation of Japanese word "意味" to English
意味
いみ
[imi]
IPA: /iɾɨmi/
Meaning
NounThe denotation, referent, or idea connected with a word, expression, or symbol. The connotation associated with a word, expression, or symbol.
How to use
意味 (imi) — 'meaning'. どういう意味ですか？ — What does it mean? 意味がある — has meaning. 意味がわからない — I don't understand the meaning.
🇬🇧 English
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Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 意味
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): いみ
Romaji Transcription: imi
Example Sentences
この言葉の意味を知っていますか。
この ことば の いみ を しって います か。
Do you know the meaning of this word?
彼の行動には意味があります。
かれの こうどう には いみ が あります。
His actions have a meaning.
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Common phrases
- どういう意味ですか？— What does it mean?
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Frequency rank: #133 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "意味" mean?▼
The Japanese word "意味" means "meaning" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "意味"?▼
The word "意味" is read as "いみ" (imi). 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: "The content or value of something.".
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