English–Japanese

“kabuki” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajikabuki

Example

私は歌舞伎をよく見ます。watashi wa ka bu ki o yo ku mi ma su

I often watch kabuki.

Illustration for 歌舞伎 (kabuki)

How to say “kabuki” in Japanese

“Kabuki” in Japanese is 歌舞伎 (kabuki).

Refers to a highly stylized form of Japanese theater that combines acting, music, dance, and striking visual presentation.

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

Example sentences with 歌舞伎

授業で歌舞伎の歴史と独特の演技を学びました。ju gyō de ka bu ki no reki shi to doku toku no en gi o mana bi ma shi ta

I learned about the history of kabuki and its distinctive acting in class.

Tips for using 歌舞伎

  • In English, political kabuki describes an elaborate public performance whose ritual and spectacle may matter more than its practical result.

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