English–Japanese
“fold back” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajiorikaesu
Example
本のページの端を折り返します。hon no pē ji no hashi o o ri kae shi ma su
I fold back the edge of a page in the book.
How to say “fold back” in Japanese
“Fold back” in Japanese is 折り返す (orikaesu).
Describes moving part of something back over itself or changing direction to go back.
Example sentences with 折り返す
地図の端を折り返すと、目的地が見やすくなります。chi zu no hashi o o ri kae su to moku teki chi ga mi ya su ku na ri ma su
If you fold back the edge of the map, the destination is easier to see.
Tips for using 折り返す
- In clothing instructions, 折り返す (orikaesu) can describe turning a sleeve or trouser cuff back, which creates a visible folded edge.