Translation of Japanese word "鼻" to English
鼻
はな
[hana]
IPA: /hana/
Meaning
NounA protuberance on the face housing the nostrils, which are used to breathe or smell.
How to use
鼻 (hana) — 'nose / flower (homophone)'. 鼻が高い — proud (lit. high nose). 鼻水 (hanamizu) — runny nose / snot. Pitch: hànashi vs hana.
🇬🇧 English
nose
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 鼻
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): はな
Romaji Transcription: hana
Example Sentences
鼻は、息を吸う口の先端です。
はなは、いきをすうくちのさきはです。
The nose is the end of the mouth that we breathe through.
鼻が赤くなるのは、病気の兆候です。
はながあかくなるのは、びょうきのちょうこです。
A red nose is a sign of illness.
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- 鼻水が出る— to have a runny nose
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "鼻" mean?▼
The Japanese word "鼻" means "nose" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "鼻"?▼
The word "鼻" is read as "はな" (hana). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see a usage guide or example with "鼻"?▼
Yes, here is a practical context/example: "The end of the nose, which is the center of the face.".
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