English–Japanese

“be understood” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajitsūjiru

Example

日本語が通じます。nihon go ga tsū ji ma su

Japanese is understood.

Illustration for 通じる (be understood)

How to say “be understood” in Japanese

“Be understood” in Japanese is 通じる (tsūjiru).

Expresses a path or message reaching its destination, whether it connects two points, leads to a result, or makes meaning clear to someone.

Full entry for 通じる: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 通じる

身ぶりを使えば、言葉がなくても気持ちは通じます。mi bu ri o tsuka e ba koto ba ga na ku te mo ki mo chi wa tsū ji ma su

Even without words, feelings can be understood if you use gestures.

Tips for using 通じる

  • When 通じる (tsūjiru) describes a route or system, it can mean that the route reaches a place or provides a connection rather than that language is understood.

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