Translation of Japanese word "村" to English
村
むら
[mura]
IPA: /mɯɾa/
Meaning
NounA rural habitation of size between a hamlet and a town.
How to use
村 (mura) — 'village'. 村人 (murabito) — villager. 小さな村 — small village. 市町村 (shichouson) — municipalities. Fundamental vocabulary item used across formal and informal Japanese speech and writing.
🇬🇧 English
village
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 村
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): むら
Romaji Transcription: mura
Example Sentences
村には自然が豊かで、景色がきれいです。
むらにはしぜんがゆたかで、けしきがきれいです。
The village is rich in nature and has a beautiful landscape.
村で育った人は強い共同体意識を持っています。
むらでそだったひとはつよいきょうどうたいいしきをもっています。
People who grew up in the village have a strong sense of community.
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Common phrases
- 小さな村— small village
- 村の生活— village life
- 村を訪れる— visit village
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "村" mean?▼
The Japanese word "村" means "village" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "村"?▼
The word "村" is read as "むら" (mura). 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: "村には自然が豊かで、景色がきれいです。".
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