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“diameter” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajichokkei

Example

この円の直径は十センチです。ko no en no chok kei wa jū se n chi de su

The diameter of this circle is ten centimeters.

Illustration for 直径 (diameter)

How to say “diameter” in Japanese

“Diameter” in Japanese is 直径 (chokkei).

It marks the full distance from one edge of a circle to the opposite edge through the center.

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

Example sentences with 直径

二つの円は直径が同じです。futa tsu no en wa chok kei ga ona ji de su

The two circles have the same diameter.

Tips for using 直径

  • The word diameter appears beyond geometry when the size of circular objects such as plates and tires is stated.

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