English–Japanese
“attendant” in Japanese
How to say “attendant” in Japanese
“Attendant” in Japanese is 供 (tomo).
Describes a person who remains alongside someone, especially in a supporting or subordinate role.
Example sentences with 供
城門では、王の供が訪問者を迎えました。jō mon de wa ō no tomo ga hō mon sha o muka e ma shi ta
At the castle gate, the king's attendant welcomed visitors.
Tips for using 供
- 供 (tomo) often appears in historical scenes involving a lord or other high-ranking person and therefore commonly translates as attendant rather than friend.
Other Japanese words for “attendant”
武士の奴が荷物を運びます。bu shi no yakko ga ni motsu o hako bi ma su
The samurai's servant carries the luggage.
会場の係員に聞きます。kai jō no kakari in ni ki ki ma su
I will ask the attendant at the venue.