English–Japanese

“japanese syllabary” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajigojūon

Example

五十音を覚えます。go jū on o obo e ma su

I memorize the Japanese syllabary.

Illustration for 五十音 (japanese syllabary)

How to say “japanese syllabary” in Japanese

“Japanese syllabary” in Japanese is 五十音 (gojūon).

五十音 (gojūon) presents Japanese kana in a fixed grid based on vowel and consonant patterns, giving the language a clear sound-based order.

Full entry for 五十音: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 五十音

辞書の言葉を五十音順に並べます。ji sho no koto ba o go jū on jun ni nara be ma su

I arrange the dictionary words in Japanese syllabary order.

Tips for using 五十音

  • Learning this sound-based order makes it easier to locate kana quickly in reference charts and Japanese dictionaries.

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