Translation of Japanese word "渡る" to English
渡る
わたる
[wataru]
IPA: /watɑɾu/
Meaning
VerbTo make or form a cross. To place across or athwart; to cause to intersect.
How to use
渡る (wataru) — 'to cross / walk across'. Group 1. 道路を渡る — cross the street. 橋を渡る — cross the bridge.
🇬🇧 English
to cross
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 渡る
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): わたる
Romaji Transcription: wataru
Example Sentences
川を渡る橋ができました。
かわをわたるはしができました。
A bridge that crosses the river has been built.
私は川を渡る橋を渡りました。
わたしはかわをわたるはしおわりました。
I crossed the bridge that crosses the river.
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Common phrases
- 横断歩道を渡る— to cross the pedestrian crossing
Frequency rank: #410 in Japanese
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What does the Japanese word "渡る" mean?▼
The Japanese word "渡る" means "to cross" in English.
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The word "渡る" is read as "わたる" (wataru). 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: "A bridge that crosses the river has been built.".
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