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“circumference” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajienshū

Example

円の円周を計算します。en no en shū o kei san shi ma su

I calculate the circumference of the circle.

Illustration for 円周 (circumference)

How to say “circumference” in Japanese

“Circumference” in Japanese is 円周 (enshū).

Refers to the distance measured along the complete curved edge of a circle.

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

Example sentences with 円周

この円の円周は約20センチです。ko no en no en shū wa yaku 20 se n chi de su

The circumference of this circle is about 20 centimeters.

Tips for using 円周

  • The distinction between circumference for a circle and perimeter for a polygon helps separate 円周 (enshū) from the general idea of a boundary length.

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