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Okinawa in Japanese

Okinawa in Japanese is 沖縄, 沖縄県, 沖縄市 — Okinawa means a prefecture and island chain of Japan, and the main island within it, notable as the site of a major World War II battle.

Okinawa in Japanese

沖縄
proper noun
Pronounced: okinawa
A prefecture and island group of Japan.
沖縄県
proper noun
Pronounced: okinawaken
A prefecture and island group of Japan.
沖縄市
proper noun
The second-largest city on Okinawa Island, in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan.

What does "Okinawa" mean?

  1. name A prefecture and island chain of Japan, and the main island within it, notable as the site of a major World War II battle.
    "Okinawa is known for its beaches and distinct local culture."
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Okinawa in a sentence

  • Okinawa is known for its beaches and distinct local culture.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "Okinawa" in Japanese?
"Okinawa" in Japanese is 沖縄, 沖縄県, 沖縄市. Okinawa means: A prefecture and island chain of Japan, and the main island within it, notable as the site of a major World War II battle.
How do you pronounce 沖縄?
"Okinawa" in Japanese is 沖縄, pronounced "okinawa".
How do you use "Okinawa" in a sentence?
Example: "Okinawa is known for its beaches and distinct local culture." In Japanese, "Okinawa" is 沖縄, 沖縄県, 沖縄市.
Are there other ways to say "Okinawa" in Japanese?
Yes — Japanese has 3 translations listed for "Okinawa": 沖縄, 沖縄県, 沖縄市.
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