English–Japanese

“resources” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajishigen

Example

水は大切な資源です。mizu wa tai setsu na shi gen de su

Water is an important resource.

Illustration for 資源 (resources)

How to say “resources” in Japanese

“Resources” in Japanese is 資源 (shigen).

Describes what can be used to sustain life, produce value, or accomplish a task.

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

Example sentences with 資源

限りある資源を大切に使いましょう。kagi ri a ru shi gen o tai setsu ni tsuka i ma shō

Let's use our limited resources carefully.

Tips for using 資源

  • The word resource also applies to time, money, and skills, so English speakers use it for more than materials found in nature.

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