Translation of Japanese word "血" to English
血
ち
[chi]
IPA: /chi/
Meaning
NounA vital liquid flowing in the bodies of many types of animals that usually conveys nutrients and oxygen. In vertebrates, it is colored red by hemoglobin, is conveyed by arteries and veins, is pumped by the heart and is usually generated in bone marrow.
How to use
血 (chi) — 'blood'. 血が出る — bleed. 血液 (ketsueki) — blood (medical). 血管 (kekkan) — blood vessel.
🇬🇧 English
blood
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 血
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): ち
Romaji Transcription: chi
Example Sentences
血を出しています。
ちをでています。
I am bleeding.
血が低い。
ちがひくい。
My blood pressure is low.
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- 血液型— blood type
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What does the Japanese word "血" mean?▼
The Japanese word "血" means "blood" in English.
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The word "血" is read as "ち" (chi). 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 the liquid inside the body.".
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