Translation of Japanese word "首" to English
首
くび
[kubi]
IPA: /kubi/
Meaning
NounThe part of the body connecting the head and the trunk found in humans and some animals.
How to use
首 (kubi) — 'neck / head / dismissal'. 首になる — get fired / dismissed. 手首 (tekubi) — wrist. 足首 (ashikubi) — ankle.
🇬🇧 English
neck
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 首
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): くび
Romaji Transcription: kubi
Example Sentences
首を回してください。
くびをまわしてください。
Please turn your head.
首を振ると、頭が痛む。
Shaking the head makes the head hurt.
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- 首になる— to be fired/sacked
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "首" mean?▼
The Japanese word "首" means "neck" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "首"?▼
The word "首" is read as "くび" (kubi). 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 part of the neck.".
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