English–Japanese

“shorts” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajihanzubon

Example

暑い日は半ズボンをはきます。atsu i hi wa han zu bo n o ha ki ma su

I wear shorts on hot days.

Illustration for 半ズボン (shorts)

How to say “shorts” in Japanese

“Shorts” in Japanese is 半ズボン (hanzubon).

Describes short trousers that cover the waist and upper legs and end near the knees.

Full entry for 半ズボン: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 半ズボン

弟は暑くなると半ズボンに着替えます。otōto wa atsu ku na ru to han zu bo n ni ki ga e ma su

When it gets hot, my little brother changes into shorts.

Tips for using 半ズボン

  • When 半ズボン (han zubon) is translated as shorts, English normally uses the plural form shorts for the garment, including when referring to one pair.

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