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Noun — A short traditional Japanese poem, especially a waka.

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Etymology

The poetry sense comes from the Japanese word うた (uta), meaning "song" or "poem."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “uta” mean?

The word “uta” means a short traditional Japanese poem, especially a waka. In plain terms, depending on context, either a classic short Japanese poem or a tropical skin disease — two unrelated meanings that happen to share a spelling.

How do you use “uta” in a sentence?

Here is “uta” used in a sentence: “The exhibit displayed several uta written in elegant brushstroke calligraphy.”

What part of speech is “uta”?

“Uta” is a noun.

Where does the word “uta” come from?

The word “uta” comes from Japanese. The poetry sense comes from the Japanese word うた (uta), meaning "song" or "poem.".

How many meanings does “uta” have?

“Uta” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a short traditional Japanese poem, especially a waka.

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