English–Japanese

“melon” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajimeron

Example

このメロンは甘いです。ko no me ro n wa ama i de su

This melon is sweet.

Illustration for メロン (melon)

How to say “melon” in Japanese

“Melon” in Japanese is メロン (meron).

Refers to a sweet, usually juicy fruit that grows on a vine and has a soft center filled with seeds.

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

Example sentences with メロン

給食にメロンが出ます。kyū shoku ni me ro n ga de ma su

Melon is served at school lunch.

夏になると、メロンを買う人が増えます。natsu ni na ru to me ro n o ka u hito ga fu e ma su

In summer, more people buy melons.

Tips for using メロン

  • In English, melon is a general term for several sweet fruits, including cantaloupe and honeydew, rather than one specific variety.

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