English–Japanese

“sumo ring” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajidohyō

Example

力士が土俵に上がります。riki shi ga do hyō ni a ga ri ma su

The wrestler steps into the sumo ring.

Illustration for 土俵 (sumo ring)

How to say “sumo ring” in Japanese

“Sumo ring” in Japanese is 土俵 (dohyō).

Represents the raised earth platform that defines the space for a sumo contest.

Full entry for 土俵: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 土俵

力士たちは土俵の中央で向かい合います。riki shi ta chi wa do hyō no chū ō de mu ka i a i ma su

The wrestlers face each other in the center of the sumo ring.

Tips for using 土俵

  • The English phrase sumo ring can suggest a circular structure, but the 土俵 (dohyō) itself has a square outer platform.

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