English–Japanese

“blessing” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajishukufuku

Example

彼は家族の祝福を受けました。kare wa ka zoku no shuku fuku o u ke ma shi ta

He received his family's blessing.

Illustration for 祝福 (blessing)

How to say “blessing” in Japanese

“Blessing” in Japanese is 祝福 (shukufuku).

Describes goodwill or approval expressed toward someone so that their happiness, success, or important occasion is supported and celebrated.

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

Example sentences with 祝福

結婚する二人に心からの祝福を送りました。kek kon su ru futa ri ni kokoro ka ra no shuku fuku o oku ri ma shi ta

I sent my heartfelt congratulations to the couple getting married.

Tips for using 祝福

  • The English word blessing includes spiritual favor and permission, while 祝福 (shukufuku) commonly highlights celebrating someone's happiness or success in a more formal way.

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