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meaning in Japanese

meaning in Japanese is 意味, 意義, 目的 — meaning means the idea or sense that a word, action, or symbol is intended to convey.

meaning in Japanese

意味
noun
Pronounced: imi
The denotation, referent, or idea connected with a word, expression, or symbol.
意味
noun
Pronounced: imi
The purpose, value, or significance (of something) beyond the fact of that thing's existence.
意義
noun
Pronounced: igi
The purpose, value, or significance (of something) beyond the fact of that thing's existence.
目的
noun
Pronounced: mokuteki
The purpose, value, or significance (of something) beyond the fact of that thing's existence.

What does "meaning" mean?

  1. noun The idea or sense that a word, action, or symbol is intended to convey.
    "The meaning of the poem wasn't clear until the final stanza."
  2. noun A sense of purpose or significance in life.
    "Volunteering gave her life new meaning."
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meaning in a sentence

  • The meaning of the poem wasn't clear until the final stanza.
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  • Volunteering gave her life new meaning.

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What is "meaning" in Japanese?

"meaning" in Japanese is 意味, 意義, 目的. meaning means: The idea or sense that a word, action, or symbol is intended to convey.

How do you pronounce 意味?

"meaning" in Japanese is 意味, pronounced "imi".

How do you use "meaning" in a sentence?

Example: "The meaning of the poem wasn't clear until the final stanza." In Japanese, "meaning" is 意味, 意義, 目的.

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

Yes — Japanese has 3 translations listed for "meaning": 意味, 意義, 目的.

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