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Obon in Japanese

Obon in Japanese is お盆, 盂蘭盆, 盂蘭盆會.

Obon in Japanese

お盆

proper noun

Pronounced: obon

(Buddhism) A Japanese festival to honour the spirits of one's ancestors.

盂蘭盆

proper noun

Pronounced: urabon

(Buddhism) A Japanese festival to honour the spirits of one's ancestors.

盂蘭盆會

proper noun

(Buddhism) A Japanese festival to honour the spirits of one's ancestors.

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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”.

Common Japanese translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "Obon" in Japanese?

"Obon" in Japanese is お盆, 盂蘭盆, 盂蘭盆會.

How do you pronounce お盆?

"Obon" in Japanese is お盆, pronounced "obon".

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

Yes — Japanese has 3 translations listed for "Obon": お盆, 盂蘭盆, 盂蘭盆會.

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