Translation of Japanese word "自然" to English
自然
しぜん
[shizen]
IPA: /shizen/
Meaning
AdjectiveExisting in nature. Existing in the nature of a person or thing; innate, not acquired or learned.
How to use
自然 (shizen) — 'nature / natural / naturally'. Noun or な-adjective. 自然を守る — protect nature. 自然な笑顔 — natural smile. 大自然 — great nature.
🇬🇧 English
natural
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 自然
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): しぜん
Romaji Transcription: shizen
Example Sentences
この自然は、美しい花と鳥を楽しむことができます。
このしぜんは、うつくしいはなととりをたのしむことができます。
This natural world allows us to enjoy beautiful flowers and birds.
彼女は自然に触れ合うことで、心を癒します。
かのじょはしぜんにさわることで、こころをいむします。
She heals her heart by interacting with nature.
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- 自然保護— nature conservation
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "自然" mean?▼
The Japanese word "自然" means "natural" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "自然"?▼
The word "自然" is read as "しぜん" (shizen). 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: "A word that describes the natural world or natural phenomena.".
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