English–Japanese
“seismic intensity” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajishindo
Example
地域によって震度が違いました。chi iki ni yo tte shin do ga chiga i ma shi ta
The seismic intensity varied by area.
How to say “seismic intensity” in Japanese
“Seismic intensity” in Japanese is 震度 (shindo).
Measures the local effect of an earthquake's shaking, so its value can differ from place to place.
Example sentences with 震度
地震の後、気象庁が震度を発表しました。ji shin no ato ki shō chō ga shin do o hap pyō shi ma shi ta
After the earthquake, the Japan Meteorological Agency announced the seismic intensity.
Tips for using 震度
- In Japanese news, 震度 (shindo) refers to shaking at a location, while magnitude refers to the overall size of the earthquake itself.