shakuhachi in Japanese

shakuhachi in Japanese is 尺八.

shakuhachi in Japanese

尺八

noun

Pronounced: shakuhachi

(musical instruments) A Japanese flute which is tuned to a pentatonic scale and is end-blown like a recorder instead of being held transversely like the Western transverse flute.

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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”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "shakuhachi" in Japanese?

"shakuhachi" in Japanese is 尺八.

How do you pronounce 尺八?

"shakuhachi" in Japanese is 尺八, pronounced "shakuhachi".

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