Translation of Japanese word "過去" to English
過去
かこ
[kako]
IPA: /kɑ.ko/
Meaning
NounThe period of time that has already happened, in contrast to the present and the future.
How to use
過去 (kako) — 'past / history'. 過去の出来事 — past events. Antonym: 将来 or 未来.
🇬🇧 English
past
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 過去
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): かこ
Romaji Transcription: kako
Example Sentences
過去の経験は大切です。
かこのかいけんは たいせつです。
Past experiences are valuable.
過去のことを振り返ってみましょう。
かこのかことを ふりかえってみましょう。
Let's look back on the past.
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Common phrases
- 過去形— past tense (grammar)
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Frequency rank: #560 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "過去" mean?▼
The Japanese word "過去" means "past" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "過去"?▼
The word "過去" is read as "かこ" (kako). 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 time before the present.".
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