Translation of Japanese word "脳" to English
脳
のう
[nou]
IPA: /nō/
Meaning
NounThe control center of the central nervous system of an animal located in the skull which is responsible for perception, cognition, attention, memory, emotion, and action.
How to use
脳 (nou) — 'brain'. 脳卒中 (nousotchu) — stroke. 首脳 (shunou) — leaders / head of state.
🇬🇧 English
brain
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 脳
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): のう
Romaji Transcription: nou
Example Sentences
脳は体の中心にあるものです。
のうはたいのちゅうにんあるものです。
The brain is located in the center of the body.
脳を傷つけたら、体が動かなくなる。
のうをしたつけたら、たいがうがなくなる。
If the brain is injured, the body will not move.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "脳" mean?▼
The Japanese word "脳" means "brain" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "脳"?▼
The word "脳" is read as "のう" (nou). 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: "Located in the center of the body.".
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