English–Japanese

“alphabet” in Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiarufabetto

Example

子どもたちはアルファベットを書きます。ko do mo ta chi wa a ru fa be tto o ka ki ma su

The children write the alphabet.

Illustration for アルファベット (alphabet)

How to say “alphabet” in Japanese

“Alphabet” in Japanese is アルファベット (arufabetto).

A small set of written signs organizes language by linking each sign to a sound or sound pattern.

Full entry for アルファベット: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with アルファベット

名簿はアルファベット順に並んでいます。mei bo wa a ru fa be tto jun ni nara n de i ma su

The names are arranged in alphabetical order.

Tips for using アルファベット

  • In English, alphabet means the whole set of letters, while a letter means one member of that set.

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