English–Japanese

“superstition” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajimeishin

Example

迷信を信じる人もいます。mei shin o shin ji ru hito mo i ma su

Some people believe in superstition.

Illustration for 迷信 (superstition)

How to say “superstition” in Japanese

“Superstition” in Japanese is 迷信 (meishin).

Refers to a belief that treats an unsupported connection between events as real and meaningful.

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

Example sentences with 迷信

地域によって、さまざまな迷信が伝えられています。chi iki ni yo tte sa ma za ma na mei shin ga tsuta e ra re te i ma su

Various superstitions have been passed down in different regions.

Tips for using 迷信

  • English commonly uses superstition for beliefs such as considering a certain number lucky or unlucky, which provides a familiar context for 迷信 (meishin).

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