Translation of Japanese word "時計" to English
時計
とけい
[tokei]
IPA: /tokei/
Meaning
NounA portable or wearable timepiece.
How to use
時計 (tokei) — 'watch / clock'. 腕時計 (udedokei) — wristwatch. 目覚まし時計 (mezamashi-dokei) — alarm clock. 時計を見る — check the time.
🇬🇧 English
watch / clock
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 時計
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): とけい
Romaji Transcription: tokei
Example Sentences
日前は当前に以要です。
日前は当前に以要です。
A watch is used to measure time.
日前は当前に以要です。
日前は当前に以要です。
A clock is used to measure time.
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Common phrases
- 腕時計— wristwatch
- 目覚まし時計— alarm clock
Frequency rank: #122 in Japanese
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What does the Japanese word "時計" mean?▼
The Japanese word "時計" means "watch / clock" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "時計"?▼
The word "時計" is read as "とけい" (tokei). 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 watch or clock is used to measure time.".
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