English–Japanese

“disposal” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajishobun

Example

古い家具を処分します。furu i ka gu o sho bun shi ma su

I dispose of old furniture.

Illustration for 処分 (disposal)

How to say “disposal” in Japanese

“Disposal” in Japanese is 処分 (shobun).

It presents unwanted things as items to be removed from one's possession through a chosen practical action.

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

Example sentences with 処分

引っ越しの前に、使わない服の処分を決めます。hi kko shi no mae ni tsuka wa na i fuku no sho bun o ki me ma su

Before moving, I decide what to do with the clothes I no longer use.

Tips for using 処分

  • Dispose of sounds more formal than throw away, so everyday speech often uses throw away for ordinary household items.

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