English–Japanese
“reed” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajiashi
Example
川辺にあしが生えています。kawa be ni a shi ga ha e te i ma su
Reeds are growing by the river.
How to say “reed” in Japanese
“Reed” in Japanese is あし (ashi).
Refers to a tall perennial grass with hollow stems that grows in wetlands and can serve as a natural material.
Example sentences with あし
風が吹くと、あしの葉が静かに揺れます。kaze ga fu ku to a shi no ha ga shizu ka ni yu re ma su
When the wind blows, the reed leaves sway quietly.
Tips for using あし
- In English, reed also names the thin vibrating part of some woodwind instruments, linking the plant to a familiar musical term.