English–Japanese
“cliff” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajigake
Example
海の近くに崖があります。umi no chika ku ni gake ga a ri ma su
There is a cliff near the sea.
How to say “cliff” in Japanese
“Cliff” in Japanese is 崖 (gake).
Refers to a steep edge of land where the ground drops sharply, often beside the sea or on a mountain.
Example sentences with 崖
強い風が吹くと、崖の近くでは足元に注意が必要です。tsuyo i kaze ga fu ku to gake no chika ku de wa ashi moto ni chū i ga hitsu yō de su
When strong winds blow, you need to watch your footing near the cliff.
Tips for using 崖
- In English, cliff can describe both a coastal rock face and a steep mountain edge, while precipice often emphasizes the danger of falling.