Translation of Japanese word "窓" to English
窓
まど
[mado]
IPA: /madou/
Meaning
NounAn opening, usually covered by one or more panes of clear glass, to allow light and air from outside to enter a building or vehicle.
How to use
窓 (mado) — 'window'. 窓を開ける — open the window. 窓側の席 (madogawa no seki) — window seat.
🇬🇧 English
window
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 窓
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): まど
Romaji Transcription: mado
Example Sentences
窓から外を見ます。
まどからそてみます。
I look outside from the window.
窓は大きいです。
まどはおおきいです。
The window is big.
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Common phrases
- 窓から見る— to look out the window
- 窓側の席— window seat
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Frequency rank: #114 in Japanese
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What does the Japanese word "窓" mean?▼
The Japanese word "窓" means "window" in English.
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The word "窓" is read as "まど" (mado). 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: "Used to look outside from inside the house.".
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