English–Japanese
“rush hour” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajirasshuawā
Example
朝のラッシュアワーは電車が混みます。asa no ra sshu a wā wa den sha ga ko mi ma su
Trains are crowded during the morning rush hour.
How to say “rush hour” in Japanese
“Rush hour” in Japanese is ラッシュアワー (rasshuawā).
Describes the time when many people travel to or from work or school, making roads and public transport especially crowded.
Example sentences with ラッシュアワー
私はラッシュアワーを避けて、少し早く家を出ます。watashi wa ra sshu a wā o sa ke te suko shi haya ku ie o de ma su
I leave home a little early to avoid rush hour.
Tips for using ラッシュアワー
- In English, rush hour usually refers to peak commuting periods, so it can last longer than one literal hour.