English–Japanese

“constellation” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiseiza

Example

どの星座が好きですか？do no sei za ga su ki de su ka

Which constellation do you like?

Illustration for 星座 (constellation)

How to say “constellation” in Japanese

“Constellation” in Japanese is 星座 (seiza).

Refers to a named section of the sky or the star pattern associated with it, including those used to mark the zodiac.

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

Example sentences with 星座

その本には、季節ごとに見える星座が紹介されています。so no hon ni wa ki setsu go to ni mi e ru sei za ga shō kai sa re te i ma su

The book introduces the constellations visible in each season.

Tips for using 星座

  • The Big Dipper is an asterism rather than a constellation, because it is a familiar star pattern within the constellation Ursa Major.

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