English–Japanese
“children's song” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajidōyō
Example
子どものころ、童謡をよく歌いました。ko do mo no ko ro dō yō o yo ku uta i ma shi ta
I often sang children's songs when I was a child.
How to say “children's song” in Japanese
“Children's song” in Japanese is 童謡 (dōyō).
Refers to a song made for children to sing or hear, often with simple words and a memorable melody.
Example sentences with 童謡
祖母が昔の童謡を教えてくれました。so bo ga mukashi no dō yō o oshi e te ku re ma shi ta
My grandmother taught me an old children's song.
Tips for using 童謡
- In English, nursery rhyme often suggests a traditional rhyming verse, while children's song is broader and can refer to a melody-based 童謡 (dōyō).