Translation and Meaning of: 算盤 - soroban
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 算盤 (soroban) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: soroban
Kana: そろばん
Type: noun
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Translation / Meaning: abacus
Meaning in English: abacus
Definition: A tool for making calculations using fingers, using a rod with beads threaded on it.
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- Writing
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Explanation and Etymology - (算盤) soroban
算盤 is a Japanese word consisting of two kanji: 算 (suan) means "calculate" and 盤 (ban) means "board". Together, 算盤 refers to an ancient calculating instrument, similar to an abacus, which was used to do mathematical calculations. The 算盤 consists of a wooden structure with beads or stones that can be moved along rods or wires. The word 算盤 has been used in Japan since the Heian period (794-1185) and is often used in idioms to refer to mathematical abilities or logical and methodical thinking.How to Write in Japanese - (算盤) soroban
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Synonyms and Similar - (算盤) soroban
See below a list of Japanese words that have the same meaning or is a variation of the word we are studying on this page:
そろばん; あばく; あばん; さんばん; ざんばん; すごう; すごし; すごみ; すごもり; すごや; すごろく; すぐり; すぐりばん; すぐりまわし; すぐりや; すぐりゆびわ; すぐりわ; すぐわ; すぐんばん; すごうばん; すごしばん; すごみばん; すごもりばん; すごろくばん; すぐりぐわ; すぐりずし; すぐりずしや; すぐりずしわ; すぐり
Words containing: 算盤
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Words with the same pronunciation: そろばん soroban
Example Sentences - (算盤) soroban
Below are some example sentences:
算盤を使って計算する。
Soroban wo tsukatte keisan suru
Calculate using the abacus.
Calculate using a spatula.
- 算盤 (soroban) - a Japanese abacus used for mathematical calculations
- を (wo) - object particle
- 使って (tsukatte) - continuous form of the verb "tsukau", which means "to use"
- 計算 (keisan) - calculation
- する (suru) - verb that means "to do"
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Other words of the same type: noun
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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
A way of saying "abacus" é "(算盤) soroban". Throughout this page you will find information and alternatives.