Osaka
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Name — The capital city of Osaka Prefecture on the island of Honshu, Japan, and a Japanese surname.
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Etymology
From Japanese 大阪 (Ōsaka), literally "large hill."
Full origin of Osaka →Frequently asked questions
What does “Osaka” mean?
The word “Osaka” means the capital city of Osaka Prefecture on the island of Honshu, Japan, and a Japanese surname.
How do you pronounce “Osaka”?
“Osaka” is pronounced oh-SAH-kuh (/oʊˈsɑːkə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Osaka” in a sentence?
Here is “Osaka” used in a sentence: “Naomi Osaka took her surname from her Japanese father's side of the family.”
What part of speech is “Osaka”?
“Osaka” is a name.
Where does the word “Osaka” come from?
The word “Osaka” comes from Japanese. From Japanese 大阪 (Ōsaka), literally "large hill.".
Is “Osaka” a common word?
“Osaka” is an uncommon word in modern English.
Is Osaka the capital of Japan?
No, Osaka is the capital of Osaka Prefecture, not the national capital of Japan. It is a major city on the island of Honshu.
Is Osaka also used as a surname?
Yes, in addition to being a Japanese city, Osaka is used as a Japanese surname.
Should Osaka always be capitalized?
Yes, because it is a proper noun referring to a specific place or a surname, Osaka is always capitalized.
Related words
Ohsaka
Oosaka
Ousaka
Ôsaka
Ōsaka
