Translation of Japanese word "都市" to English
都市
とし
[toshi]
IPA: /toɕi/
Meaning
NounA large settlement, bigger than a town; sometimes with a specific legal definition, depending on the place.
How to use
都市 (toshi) — 'city / urban area / metropolis'. 大都市 (daitoshi) — major city. 都市計画 — urban planning.
🇬🇧 English
city / urban area
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 都市
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): とし
Romaji Transcription: toshi
Example Sentences
都市ではいつでも何かが起こります。
としではいつでもなにかがおきます。
Something is always happening in the city.
都市の生活は忙しいですが、便利です。
としのせいかつはいそがしいですが、べんりです。
City life is busy, but convenient.
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Common phrases
- 大都市— big city
- 都市の発展— city development
- 都市生活— city life
Frequency rank: #490 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "都市" mean?▼
The Japanese word "都市" means "city / urban area" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "都市"?▼
The word "都市" is read as "とし" (toshi). 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 an area with a large population and active economic activity.".
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