English–Japanese
“buddhist priest” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajihōshi
Example
寺の法師が朝のお経を読みます。tera no hō shi ga asa no o kyō o yo mi ma su
The Buddhist priest at the temple recites the morning sutra.
How to say “buddhist priest” in Japanese
“Buddhist priest” in Japanese is 法師 (hōshi).
Presents a Buddhist cleric as a learned religious teacher who carries Buddhist teachings into practice and instruction.
Example sentences with 法師
旅人は山寺の法師に道を尋ねました。tabi bito wa yama dera no hō shi ni michi o tazu ne ma shi ta
The traveler asked the Buddhist priest at the mountain temple for directions.
Tips for using 法師
- In modern conversation, 法師 (hōshi) can sound more literary than everyday terms for a Buddhist priest, which makes its register important when translating historical dialogue.