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“express” in Japanese

Japanese

Also述べる (noberu)

Pronunciation

Romajiarawasu

Example

彼は喜びを表します。kare wa yoroko bi o arawa shi ma su

He expresses joy.

Illustration for 表す (express)

How to say “express” in Japanese

“Express” in Japanese is 表す (arawasu).

Brings an inner thought, feeling, or meaning into an outward form that others can perceive through words, actions, or signs.

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

Example sentences with 表す

その気持ちは、言葉ではうまく表せません。so no ki mo chi wa koto ba de wa u ma ku arawa se ma se n

I cannot express that feeling well in words.

Tips for using 表す

  • The verb 表す (arawasu) is useful when a sign, gesture, or work of art conveys a meaning, as well as when a person shows a feeling or opinion.

Other Japanese words for “express”

みんなの前で意見を述べます。mi n na no mae de i ken o no be ma su

I express my opinion in front of everyone.

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