English–Japanese
“conjunction” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajisetsuzokushi
Example
この文には接続詞がありません。ko no bun ni wa setsu zoku shi ga a ri ma se n
This sentence has no conjunction.
How to say “conjunction” in Japanese
“Conjunction” in Japanese is 接続詞 (setsuzokushi).
A conjunction links sentences or clauses while showing the relationship between them.
Example sentences with 接続詞
この段落では、逆接を表す接続詞が効果的に使われています。ko no dan raku de wa gyaku setsu o arawa su setsu zoku shi ga kō ka teki ni tsuka wa re te i ma su
In this paragraph, a conjunction expressing contrast is used effectively.
Tips for using 接続詞
- In Japanese grammar, 接続詞 (setsuzokushi, "conjunction") stands alone, while 接続助詞 (setsuzokujoshi, "conjunctive particle") attaches to a preceding word.