encyclopedia in Japanese

encyclopedia in Japanese is 百科事典, 百科全書 — encyclopedia means a reference work containing articles on a wide range of subjects, usually arranged alphabetically or by category.

encyclopedia in Japanese

百科事典

noun

Pronounced: hyakkajiten

A comprehensive reference work (often spanning several printed volumes) with articles (usually arranged in alphabetical order, or sometimes arranged by category) on a range of subjects, sometimes general, sometimes limited to a particular field.

百科全書

noun

Pronounced: hyakkazensho

What does "encyclopedia" mean?

noun A reference work containing articles on a wide range of subjects, usually arranged alphabetically or by category.
"I only use the library for the encyclopedia, as we’ve got most other books here."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

encyclopedia in a sentence

I only use the library for the encyclopedia, as we’ve got most other books here.
Pliny the Elder’s Natural History is a go-to source for understanding what ancient Romans believed about the world and the model for every encyclopedia since.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "encyclopedia" in Japanese?

"encyclopedia" in Japanese is 百科事典, 百科全書. encyclopedia means: A reference work containing articles on a wide range of subjects, usually arranged alphabetically or by category.

How do you pronounce 百科事典?

"encyclopedia" in Japanese is 百科事典, pronounced "hyakkajiten".

Are there other ways to say "encyclopedia" in Japanese?

Yes — Japanese has 2 translations listed for "encyclopedia": 百科事典, 百科全書.

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