Translation of Japanese word "机" to English
机
つくえ
[tsukue]
IPA: /tsukue/
Meaning
NounA table, frame, or case, in past centuries usually with a sloping top but now usually with a flat top, for the use of writers and readers. It often has a drawer or repository underneath.
How to use
机 (tsukue) — 'desk'. 机に座る — sit at a desk. 机の上 — on the desk.
🇬🇧 English
desk
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 机
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): つくえ
Romaji Transcription: tsukue
Example Sentences
机の上に本があります。
つくえのうえにほんがあります。
There is a book on the desk.
机を片付けてください。
つくえをかたづけてください。
Please clean up the desk.
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Common phrases
- 机の上— on the desk
Frequency rank: #111 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "机" mean?▼
The Japanese word "机" means "desk" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "机"?▼
The word "机" is read as "つくえ" (tsukue). 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 desk is used for work or study.".
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