Translation of Japanese word "机の上" to English
机の上
つくえのうえ
[tsukuenouei]
IPA: /tsukue no ue/
How to use
机の上 (tsukue no ue) — 'on the desk / on the table'. Combined from 机 (desk) and 上 (above/top).
🇬🇧 English
on the desk
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 机の上
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): つくえのうえ
Romaji Transcription: tsukuenouei
Example Sentences
机の上に花が置いてあります。
つくえのうえに はなが おいてあります。
There is a flower on the desk.
机の上に本が散らばっています。
つくえのうえに ほんが ちらばっています。
There are books scattered all over the desk.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "机の上" mean?▼
The Japanese word "机の上" means "on the desk" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "机の上"?▼
The word "机の上" is read as "つくえのうえ" (tsukuenouei). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see a usage guide or example with "机の上"?▼
Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Something placed on top of a desk, a piece of furniture.".
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