Translation of Japanese word "環境" to English
環境
かんきょう
[kankyou]
IPA: /kankyou/
Meaning
NounThe surroundings of, and influences on, a particular item of interest.
How to use
環境 (kankou / kankyou) — 'environment / surroundings / circumstance'. 自然環境 — natural environment. 環境問題 (kankyou mondai) — environmental issue.
🇬🇧 English
environment
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 環境
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): かんきょう
Romaji Transcription: kankyou
Example Sentences
環境は人間の生活に大きな影響を与えます。
かんきょうはにんげんのせいかつにたいきなえいきょうをあたえます。
The environment has a significant impact on human life.
環境を守ることは非常に重要です。
かんきょうをまもることはひざんにじゅうようです。
Protecting the environment is very important.
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- 環境にやさしい— eco-friendly / gentle to the environment
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "環境" mean?▼
The Japanese word "環境" means "environment" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "環境"?▼
The word "環境" is read as "かんきょう" (kankyou). 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 "環境"?▼
Yes, here is a practical context/example: "A place where natural and human activities have an impact.".
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