English–Japanese

“prize contest” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajikenshō

Example

毎月この懸賞に応募します。mai tsuki ko no ken shō ni ō bo shi ma su

I enter this prize contest every month.

Illustration for 懸賞 (prize contest)

How to say “prize contest” in Japanese

“Prize contest” in Japanese is 懸賞 (kenshō).

It creates a chance to receive a reward by taking part in an organized contest or promotion.

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

Example sentences with 懸賞

この懸賞の締め切りは金曜日です。ko no ken shō no shi me ki ri wa kin yō hi de su

The deadline for this prize contest is Friday.

Tips for using 懸賞

  • The term 懸賞 (kenshō) can cover both a judged contest and a promotional prize drawing, so the exact selection method comes from the surrounding details.

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