Translation of Japanese word "才能" to English
才能
さいのう
[sainou]
IPA: /sainoʊ/
Meaning
NounA marked natural ability or skill.
How to use
才能 (sainou) — 'talent / gift / genius'. 才能がある — be talented. 才能豊かな — highly gifted.
🇬🇧 English
talent
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 才能
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): さいのう
Romaji Transcription: sainou
Example Sentences
彼は才能ある人です。
かれはさいのうあるひとです。
He is a talented person.
彼女は才能を発揮する会を開催します。
かのじょはさいのうをはっきょうするかいをあいります。
She is hosting a meeting to showcase talents.
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What does the Japanese word "才能" mean?▼
The Japanese word "才能" means "talent" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "才能"?▼
The word "才能" is read as "さいのう" (sainou). 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 person with talent.".
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