Translation of Japanese word "相談する" to English
相談する
そうだんする
[soudansuru]
IPA: /soudanɕiɾu/
Meaning
VerbTo seek the opinion or advice of another; to take counsel; to deliberate together; to confer; to advise.
How to use
相談する (soudan suru) — 'to consult / discuss / seek advice'. 先生に相談する — consult with a teacher. 相談に乗る — give advice / listen to someone's concerns.
🇬🇧 English
to consult / discuss
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 相談する
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): そうだんする
Romaji Transcription: soudansuru
Example Sentences
彼は問題について相談することができます。
かれはもんだいについてそうだんすることができます。
He can discuss the problem.
彼女は将来について相談することができます。
かのじょはしらべんについてそうだんすることができます。
She can discuss the future.
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Common phrases
- 相談に乗る— to offer advice / listen to advice
Frequency rank: #364 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "相談する" mean?▼
The Japanese word "相談する" means "to consult / discuss" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "相談する"?▼
The word "相談する" is read as "そうだんする" (soudansuru). 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: "You can discuss the problem.".
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