Translation of Japanese word "進歩" to English
進歩
しんぽ
[shinpo]
IPA: /ɕiɴpo̞/
Meaning
NounMovement or advancement through a series of events, or points in time; development through time.
How to use
進歩 (shinpo) — 'progress / advancement'. 科学の進歩 — progress of science. 進歩的な — progressive.
🇬🇧 English
progress
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 進歩
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): しんぽ
Romaji Transcription: shinpo
Example Sentences
この研究の進歩は大きい。
このけんきゅうのしんぽはおおきい。
The progress of this research is great.
この技術の進歩は社会に大きな影響を与える。
このぎじゅつのしんぽはしゃかいについがるおおきなえいきょうをあたえる。
The progress of this technology has a significant impact on society.
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What does the Japanese word "進歩" mean?▼
The Japanese word "進歩" means "progress" in English.
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The word "進歩" is read as "しんぽ" (shinpo). 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 progress or improvement in the quality or state of something.".
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