English–Japanese

“persimmon” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajikaki

Example

この柿は甘いです。ko no kaki wa ama i de su

This persimmon is sweet.

Illustration for 柿 (persimmon)

How to say “persimmon” in Japanese

“Persimmon” in Japanese is 柿 (kaki).

Describes the edible fruit that hangs from a persimmon tree and becomes sweet as it ripens.

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

Example sentences with 柿

秋になると、庭の柿が赤く色づきます。aki ni na ru to niwa no kaki ga aka ku iro zu ki ma su

In autumn, the persimmons in the garden turn red.

Tips for using 柿

  • English distinguishes astringent persimmons from nonastringent ones, because some varieties must soften before their tannin taste fades.

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