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“homemaker” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajishufu

Example

私は主婦です。watashi wa shu fu de su

I am a homemaker.

Illustration for 主婦 (homemaker)

How to say “homemaker” in Japanese

“Homemaker” in Japanese is 主婦 (shufu).

主婦 (shufu) describes a woman who takes the main responsibility for running a household and caring for the family.

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

Example sentences with 主婦

彼女は主婦として地域の活動に参加しています。kano jo wa shu fu to shi te chi iki no katsu dō ni san ka shi te i ma su

She takes part in local activities as a homemaker.

Tips for using 主婦

  • Although 主婦 (shufu) is often translated as homemaker, it specifically refers to a woman, while homemaker can describe anyone who manages a home.

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