Translation of Japanese word "植物" to English
植物
しょくぶつ
[shokubutsu]
IPA: /ɕo̞kɯ̟ᵝbɯ̟ᵝt͡su̟ᵝ/ /ɕo̞kɯ̟ᵝbɯ̟ᵝt͡su̟ᵝ/
Meaning
NounAn organism that is not an animal, especially an organism capable of photosynthesis, and typically a small or herbaceous organism of this kind, rather than a tree.
How to use
植物 (shokubutsu) — 'plant / flora'. 植物園 (shokubutsuen) — botanical garden. Antonym: 動物 (doubutsu).
🇬🇧 English
plant
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 植物
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): しょくぶつ
Romaji Transcription: shokubutsu
Example Sentences
この植物はとても美しいです。
このしょくぶつはとてもうつくしいです。
This plant is very beautiful.
私たちは植物を研究しています。
わたしたちはしょくぶつをけんきゅうしています。
We are studying plants.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "植物" mean?▼
The Japanese word "植物" means "plant" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "植物"?▼
The word "植物" is read as "しょくぶつ" (shokubutsu). 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 "植物"?▼
Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Refers to living things such as trees and grass.".
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