Translation of Japanese word "自転車" to English
自転車
じてんしゃ
[jitensha]
IPA: /jitensha/
Meaning
NounA vehicle that has two primary wheels, one behind the other, a steering handle, and a saddle seat or seats and is usually propelled by the action of a rider’s feet upon pedals.
How to use
自転車 (jitensha) — 'bicycle / bike'. 自転車に乗る — ride a bicycle. Casual: チャリ (chari).
🇬🇧 English
bicycle
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 自転車
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): じてんしゃ
Romaji Transcription: jitensha
Example Sentences
自転車で学校に行きます。
じてんしゃで がっこうに いきます。
I go to school by bicycle.
新しい自転車を買いました。
あたらしい じてんしゃを かいました。
I bought a new bicycle.
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Common phrases
- 自転車に乗る— ride bicycle
- 自転車を押す— push bicycle
- 自転車の鍵— bicycle key
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Frequency rank: #583 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "自転車" mean?▼
The Japanese word "自転車" means "bicycle" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "自転車"?▼
The word "自転車" is read as "じてんしゃ" (jitensha). 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 vehicle powered by human force.".
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