English–Japanese

“peer” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajidōki

Example

同期とよく話します。dō ki to yo ku hana shi ma su

I often talk with my peers.

Illustration for 同期 (peer)

How to say “peer” in Japanese

“Peer” in Japanese is 同期 (dōki).

It links people or processes that share the same period or timing, either as a group of peers or as events brought into alignment.

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

Example sentences with 同期

大学の同期と久しぶりに再会しました。dai gaku no dō ki to hisa shi bu ri ni sai kai shi ma shi ta

I reunited with a college peer after many years.

Tips for using 同期

  • Although 同期 (dōki) can mean a peer, it specifically highlights people who started at the same time, not simply people with equal skill or status.

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