Translation of Japanese word "風" to English
風
かぜ
[kaze]
IPA: /kɑze/
Meaning
NounReal or perceived movement of atmospheric air usually caused by convection or differences in air pressure.
How to use
風 (kaze) — 'wind'. 風が吹く — the wind blows. 台風 (taifuu) — typhoon. 風邪 (kaze) — cold / flu (same reading, different character!).
🇬🇧 English
wind
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 風
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): かぜ
Romaji Transcription: kaze
Example Sentences
風が強くなりました。
かぜがつよくなりました。
The wind got stronger.
風が弱くなりました。
かぜがよわくなりました。
The wind got weaker.
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Common phrases
- 風が吹く— the wind blows
- 風邪をひく— to catch a cold
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Frequency rank: #162 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "風" mean?▼
The Japanese word "風" means "wind" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "風"?▼
The word "風" is read as "かぜ" (kaze). 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: "Used in weather forecasts to indicate wind strength.".
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