Translation of Japanese word "歌う" to English
歌う
うたう
[utau]
IPA: /utaɯ/
Meaning
VerbTo produce musical or harmonious sounds with one’s voice.
How to use
歌う (utau) — 'to sing'. Group 1. 歌を歌う — sing a song. 歌手 (kashu) — singer.
🇬🇧 English
to sing
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 歌う
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): うたう
Romaji Transcription: utau
Example Sentences
私は歌うことが好きです。
わたしはうたうことがすきです。
I like to sing.
彼女は歌うことがうまいです。
かのじょはうたうことがうまいです。
She is good at singing.
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Common phrases
- 歌を歌う— to sing a song
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Frequency rank: #372 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "歌う" mean?▼
The Japanese word "歌う" means "to sing" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "歌う"?▼
The word "歌う" is read as "うたう" (utau). 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: "When singing a song, the voice becomes louder.".
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