English–Japanese

“buddhism” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajibukkyō

Example

私は仏教を学んでいます。watashi wa buk kyō o mana n de i ma su

I am studying Buddhism.

Illustration for 仏教 (buddhism)

How to say “buddhism” in Japanese

“Buddhism” in Japanese is 仏教 (bukkyō).

Describes a religious path based on the Buddha's teaching that seeks freedom from suffering through awakening.

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

Example sentences with 仏教

この本は仏教の基本的な考え方を紹介しています。ko no hon wa buk kyō no ki hon teki na kanga e kata o shō kai shi te i ma su

This book introduces the basic ideas of Buddhism.

Tips for using 仏教

  • The name Buddhism covers several major traditions, including Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana, rather than one single set of customs.

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