English–Japanese
“flame” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajihonō
Example
風で炎が大きくなりました。fū de honō ga ō ki ku na ri ma shi ta
The flame grew larger in the wind.
How to say “flame” in Japanese
“Flame” in Japanese is 炎 (honō).
Refers to the visible, lively edge of fire as it flickers above something burning.
Example sentences with 炎
ろうそくの炎を手で守りました。rō so ku no honō o te de mamo ri ma shi ta
I shielded the candle flame with my hand.
Tips for using 炎
- An eternal flame burns continuously at some memorials, where flame represents remembrance rather than ordinary cooking or heating.