English–Japanese

“oval” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajidaenkei

Example

この鏡は楕円形です。ko no kagami wa da en kei de su

This mirror is oval.

Illustration for 楕円形 (oval)

How to say “oval” in Japanese

“Oval” in Japanese is 楕円形 (daenkei).

Refers to a rounded form with one axis longer than the other.

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

Example sentences with 楕円形

公園の池は楕円形になっています。kō en no ike wa da en kei ni na tte i ma su

The pond in the park is oval.

Tips for using 楕円形

  • In English, oval works as both an adjective and a noun, so a shape can be described as oval or called an oval.

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