English–Japanese
“common use” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajitsūyō
Example
この言葉は今も通用します。ko no koto ba wa ima mo tsū yō shi ma su
This word is still in common use.
How to say “common use” in Japanese
“Common use” in Japanese is 通用 (tsūyō).
It shows that a word, practice, or claim works broadly because the relevant people recognize and accept it.
Example sentences with 通用
この硬貨は、今でも一部の店で通用します。ko no kō ka wa ima de mo ichi bu no mise de tsū yō shi ma su
This coin is still accepted at some stores.
Tips for using 通用
- A speaker may use 通用する (tsūyō suru) for a word that works beyond one small group, making the term useful when comparing local expressions with wider communication.