Translation of Japanese word "習慣" to English
習慣
しゅうかん
[shuukan]
IPA: /shūkan/
Meaning
NounAn action performed on a regular basis.
How to use
習慣 (shuukan) — 'habit / custom / practice'. 生活習慣 (seikatsu shuukan) — lifestyle habit. 習慣になる — become a habit.
🇬🇧 English
habit / custom
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 習慣
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): しゅうかん
Romaji Transcription: shuukan
Example Sentences
彼は朝早く起きて毎日習慣的に運動をします。
かれはあさおそきてまいにちしゅうかんてうんどうをします。
He wakes up early every day and habitually exercises.
彼女は毎日習慣的に書き物をします。
かのじょはまいにちしゅうかんてかきものをします。
She habitually writes every day.
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Common phrases
- 生活習慣病— lifestyle disease
Frequency rank: #647 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "習慣" mean?▼
The Japanese word "習慣" means "habit / custom" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "習慣"?▼
The word "習慣" is read as "しゅうかん" (shuukan). 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: "Refers to a habitual action or custom.".
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