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“treasure” in Japanese

Japanese

Also宝物 (takaramono)

Pronunciation

Romajitakara

Example

家族は私の宝です。ka zoku wa watashi no takara de su

My family is my treasure.

Illustration for 宝 (treasure)

How to say “treasure” in Japanese

“Treasure” in Japanese is 宝 (takara).

Describes something valued and protected because it is precious, from wealth and objects to a beloved person.

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

Example sentences with 宝

この古い手紙は、祖母から受け継いだ宝です。ko no furu i te gami wa so bo ka ra u ke tsu i da takara de su

This old letter is a treasure I inherited from my grandmother.

Tips for using 宝

  • A 宝船 (takarabune) is a traditional Japanese picture of a ship carrying the Seven Lucky Gods, and it is associated with New Year's good fortune.

Other Japanese words for “treasure”

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宝物

takaramono

nounprized possession
nountreasure

祖父の時計は私の宝物です。so fu no tokei wa watashi no takara mono de su

My grandfather's watch is my prized possession.

Related English words

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