English–Japanese

“sunset” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajihinoiri

Example

山で日の入りを見ました。yama de hi no i ri o mi ma shi ta

I watched the sunset in the mountains.

Illustration for 日の入り (sunset)

How to say “sunset” in Japanese

“Sunset” in Japanese is 日の入り (hinoiri).

Refers to the visible end of the sun's daily path, including the changing light around that moment.

Full entry for 日の入り: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 日の入り

夏は日の入りが遅いです。natsu wa hi no i ri ga oso i de su

In summer, the sun sets late.

Tips for using 日の入り

  • Public parks and observatories may display 日の入り (hi no iri) in their daily information because the time affects evening visibility and viewing conditions.

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