English–Japanese

“hemp” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiasa

Example

この布は麻でできています。ko no nuno wa asa de de ki te i ma su

This cloth is made of hemp.

Illustration for 麻 (hemp)

How to say “hemp” in Japanese

“Hemp” in Japanese is 麻 (asa).

Refers to a useful plant whose stem yields durable fiber and whose name can also denote cannabis.

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

Example sentences with 麻

麻は通気性がよく、夏の衣服に向いています。asa wa tsū ki sei ga yo ku natsu no i fuku ni mu i te i ma su

Hemp is breathable and suitable for summer clothing.

Tips for using 麻

  • In English, hemp commonly refers to cannabis grown for fiber and other materials, whereas cannabis is the broader term for the plant.

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