Translation of Japanese word "経験" to English
経験
けいけん
[keiken]
IPA: /keɡenkoɴ/
Meaning
NounThe effect upon the judgment or feelings produced by any event, whether witnessed or participated in; personal and direct impressions as contrasted with description or fancies; personal acquaintance; actual enjoyment or suffering.
How to use
経験 (keiken) — 'experience'. 経験がある — have experience. 未経験者 (mikeikensha) — inexperienced person.
🇬🇧 English
experience
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 経験
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): けいけん
Romaji Transcription: keiken
Example Sentences
彼は多くの経験を積んでいます。
かれはおおくのけいけんをつみんでいます。
He has accumulated a lot of experience.
彼女は経験を共有する会を開催します。
かのじょはけいけんをともにするかいをあいります。
She is hosting a meeting to share experiences.
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What does the Japanese word "経験" mean?▼
The Japanese word "経験" means "experience" in English.
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The word "経験" is read as "けいけん" (keiken). 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: "Knowledge or experience gained from past events or situations.".
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