English–Japanese

“amitabha” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiamida

Example

祖母は阿弥陀を信じています。so bo wa a mi da o shin ji te i ma su

My grandmother believes in Amitabha.

Illustration for 阿弥陀 (amitabha)

How to say “amitabha” in Japanese

“Amitabha” in Japanese is 阿弥陀 (amida).

Full entry for 阿弥陀: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 阿弥陀

寺で阿弥陀の名を静かに唱えます。tera de a mi da no na o shizu ka ni tona e ma su

At the temple, I quietly chant Amitabha's name.

Tips for using 阿弥陀

  • In English-language writing about Japanese Buddhism, Amida and Amitabha can refer to the same Buddha, with Amida marking the Japanese form of the name.

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