Translation of Japanese word "理由" to English
理由
りゆう
[riyuu]
IPA: /riyuu/
Meaning
NounThat which causes something: an efficient cause, a proximate cause.
How to use
理由 (riyuu) — 'reason'. 理由を説明する — explain the reason. どんな理由で？ — For what reason?. Fundamental vocabulary item used across formal and informal Japanese speech and writing.
🇬🇧 English
reason
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 理由
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): りゆう
Romaji Transcription: riyuu
Example Sentences
遅れた理由を説明してください。
おくれた りゆう を せつめい して ください。
Please explain the reason you were late.
彼が休んだ理由は分かりません。
かれ が やすんだ りゆう は わかりません。
I do not know the reason he was absent.
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Common phrases
- 理由を説明する— to explain the reason
- 角のたを表示していだ— To explain the reason.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "理由" mean?▼
The Japanese word "理由" means "reason" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "理由"?▼
The word "理由" is read as "りゆう" (riyuu). 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: "遅れた理由を説明してください。".
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