English–Japanese
“root” in Japanese
How to say “root” in Japanese
“Root” in Japanese is 根 (ne).
Refers to the part of a plant that grows underground, anchors it in the soil, and takes in water and nutrients.
Example sentences with 根
この木の根は土の中です。ko no ki no ne wa tsuchi no naka de su
This tree's roots are in the soil.
この木は地中に根を広く伸ばします。ko no ki wa chi chū ni ne o hiro ku no ba shi ma su
This tree spreads its roots widely underground.
Tips for using 根
- In everyday Japanese, 根 (ne) can be the topic of a sentence with は (wa), allowing speakers to explain what a plant's roots do or where they are.
Other Japanese words for “root”
問題の根本を考えます。mon dai no kon pon o kanga e ma su
I think about the root of the problem.
髪の付け根が黒いです。kami no tsu ke ne ga kuro i de su
The roots of my hair are black.