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“club activities” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajibukatsu

Example

放課後は部活があります。hō ka go wa bu katsu ga a ri ma su

I have club activities after school.

Illustration for 部活 (club activities)

How to say “club activities” in Japanese

“Club activities” in Japanese is 部活 (bukatsu).

Refers to organized group activities that students join and practice regularly outside their regular classes.

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

Example sentences with 部活

姉は毎日部活に参加しています。ane wa mai nichi bu katsu ni san ka shi te i ma su

My older sister takes part in club activities every day.

Tips for using 部活

  • In Japanese school life, 部活 (bukatsu) can include sports, music, arts, and other organized activities, so it is broader than a sports club.

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