Translation of Japanese word "紙" to English
紙
かみ
[kami]
IPA: /kami/
Meaning
NounA sheet material typically used for writing on or printing on (or as a non-waterproof container), usually made by draining cellulose fibres from a suspension in water.
How to use
紙 (kami) — 'paper'. 折り紙 (origami) — origami. 新聞紙 (shinbunshi) — newspaper. 和紙 (washi) — traditional Japanese paper.
🇬🇧 English
paper
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 紙
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): かみ
Romaji Transcription: kami
Example Sentences
私は紙を書きます。
わたしはかみをかきます。
I write on the paper.
紙は白いです。
かみはしろいです。
The paper is white.
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Common phrases
- 折り紙— origami (paper folding)
- 和紙— traditional Japanese paper
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Frequency rank: #115 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "紙" mean?▼
The Japanese word "紙" means "paper" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "紙"?▼
The word "紙" is read as "かみ" (kami). 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 for writing.".
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