English–Japanese

“writer” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajisakka

Example

その作家は有名です。so no sak ka wa yū mei de su

That writer is famous.

Illustration for 作家 (writer)

How to say “writer” in Japanese

“Writer” in Japanese is 作家 (sakka).

Refers to a creator whose work belongs to a recognized creative field, such as literature or another art.

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

Example sentences with 作家

その作家の新しい本を読んでいます。so no sak ka no atara shi i hon o yo n de i ma su

I am reading a new book by that writer.

Tips for using 作家

  • On Japanese craft-market listings, 作家もの (sakka-mono) identifies handmade work associated with an individual artist rather than factory production.

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