English–Japanese

“lens” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajirenzu

Example

カメラのレンズを拭きます。ka me ra no re n zu o fu ki ma su

I wipe the camera lens.

Illustration for レンズ (lens)

How to say “lens” in Japanese

“Lens” in Japanese is レンズ (renzu).

A transparent or curved surface bends light to form or sharpen an image.

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

Example sentences with レンズ

スマートフォンのレンズに傷がついています。su mā to fo n no re n zu ni kizu ga tsu i te i ma su

There is a scratch on the smartphone lens.

Tips for using レンズ

  • In English, lens also describes a way of looking at a subject, as in a historical lens, not only an optical part.

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