Translation of Japanese word "正確" to English
正確
せいかく
[seikaku]
IPA: /seikaku/
Meaning
AdjectiveTelling the truth or giving a true result; exact; not defective or faulty.
How to use
正確 (seikaku) — 'accurate / correct / exact / precise'. な-adjective. 正確な時計 — accurate watch. 正確な情報 — exact information.
🇬🇧 English
accurate / exact
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 正確
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): せいかく
Romaji Transcription: seikaku
Example Sentences
彼の計算は正確でした。
かれのけいさんはせいかくでした。
His calculation was correct.
彼女の答えは正確でした。
かのじょのこたえはせいかくでした。
Her answer was correct.
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What does the Japanese word "正確" mean?▼
The Japanese word "正確" means "accurate / exact" in English.
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The word "正確" is read as "せいかく" (seikaku). 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: "Refers to something that is correct or precise.".
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