Translation of Japanese word "曲がる" to English
曲がる
まがる
[magaru]
IPA: /magɑɾu/
Meaning
VerbTo make a non-linear physical movement. To move about an axis through itself.
How to use
曲がる (magaru) — 'to turn / bend / curve (intransitive)'. Group 1. 右に曲がる — turn right. 曲がり角 (magarikado) — corner.
🇬🇧 English
to turn / bend
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 曲がる
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): まがる
Romaji Transcription: magaru
Example Sentences
曲がる道ができました。
まがるみちができました。
A curved road has been built.
私は曲がる道を曲がりました。
わたしはまがるみちをまがりました。
I turned the curved road.
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Common phrases
- 右に曲がる— to turn right
Frequency rank: #411 in Japanese
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What does the Japanese word "曲がる" mean?▼
The Japanese word "曲がる" means "to turn / bend" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "曲がる"?▼
The word "曲がる" is read as "まがる" (magaru). 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 curved road has been built.".
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