Translation of Japanese word "空" to English
空
そら
[sora]
IPA: /sora/
Meaning
NounThe atmosphere above a given point, especially as visible from the surface of the Earth as the place where the sun, moon, stars, and clouds are seen.
How to use
空 (sora) — 'sky'. 青い空 — blue sky. 空を飛ぶ — fly in the sky. 空気 (kuuki) — air.
🇬🇧 English
sky
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 空
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): そら
Romaji Transcription: sora
Example Sentences
空は青いです。
そら は あおい です。
The sky is blue.
空に星が見えます。
そら に ほし が みえます。
Stars can be seen in the sky.
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Common phrases
- 青い空— blue sky
- 空気— air / atmosphere
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Frequency rank: #155 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "空" mean?▼
The Japanese word "空" means "sky" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "空"?▼
The word "空" is read as "そら" (sora). 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: "The space outside the atmosphere.".
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