English–Japanese
“self-sufficiency” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajijikyū
Example
この村は電力の自給を目指しています。ko no mura wa den ryoku no ji kyū o me za shi te i ma su
This village aims for self-sufficiency in electricity.
How to say “self-sufficiency” in Japanese
“Self-sufficiency” in Japanese is 自給 (jikyū).
Describes satisfying a need through supplies produced or obtained within the same community, region, or system.
Example sentences with 自給
食料の自給は、地域の安定にもつながります。shoku ryō no ji kyū wa chi iki no an tei ni mo tsu na ga ri ma su
Food self-sufficiency also contributes to regional stability.
Tips for using 自給
- In energy policy, 自給 (jikyū) often appears in 自給率 (jikyūritsu), which measures how much energy a country produces for itself rather than claiming total independence.