English–Japanese
“folding fan” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajisensu
Example
夏に扇子を使います。natsu ni sen su o tsuka i ma su
I use a folding fan in summer.
How to say “folding fan” in Japanese
“Folding fan” in Japanese is 扇子 (sensu).
It is a portable fan whose broad surface folds into a narrow form when not in use.
Example sentences with 扇子
暑い日は、扇子で顔をあおぎます。atsu i hi wa sen su de kao o a o gi ma su
On hot days, I fan my face with a folding fan.
Tips for using 扇子
- In traditional Japanese dance, a folding fan can represent objects such as a cup or a letter through stylized movements.