Translation and Meaning of: 声 - koe
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 声 (koe) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: koe
Kana: こえ
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n5
Translation / Meaning: voice
Meaning in English: voice
Definition: The production of physical sounds and the sounds themselves. Or an organ to emit it.
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Explanation and Etymology - (声) koe
Etymology and Meaning
The Japanese word 「声」 (koe) has its roots in ancient Japanese and is composed of two main kanji: 「声」 for sound, and 「音」, which relates to music or noise. The combination of these characters expresses the idea of a sound or noise produced by living beings, particularly by humans. Originally, the kanji 「声」 evolved from the Chinese kanji, maintaining a structural and semantic similarity.
Definition and Modern Use
In contemporary usage, 「声」 refers to the sound of the human voice, that is, the voice. It is a word widely used in various contexts; from expressing speech to describing the quality of singing. Furthermore, this word is also frequently used to describe the nature or tone of a voice, as in voiceovers, dubbing, and even in poetic descriptions of the sounds of nature.
Cultural and Historical Contexts
Historically, the importance of the voice, or 「声」, in Japanese culture is present in oral traditions and theaters such as Noh and Kabuki, where intonation and vocal timbre play essential roles. The importance given to the voice extends to this day in fields such as music, television, and particularly in animations, where vocal expression is highly valued.
Variations and Related Expressions
- 「声色」(koiro) - Refers to tone of voice or vocal modulation, often used in theatrical contexts.
- 「声優」(seiyuu) - Indicates a voice actor, a very respected and popular profession in Japan, especially in the anime industry.
- "無声" (musei) - It can mean 'voiceless' or 'silent', often used in the description of films or silent scenes.
The study of voice and its impact on Japanese culture transports us to a dimension where sound is not just a means of communication but a vehicle of emotion and art. Thus, 「声」 transcends the simple definition of vocal sound, becoming a fundamental component of Japanese cultural expression.
Synonyms and similar words
- 音声 (Onsei) - Sound, voice;
- 声量 (Seiryō) - Volume of the voice;
- 声質 (Seishitsu) - Voice quality;
- 音質 (Onshitsu) - Sound quality;
- 口調 (Kuchō) - Tone or speaking style;
- 声色 (Koen) - Voice timbre;
- 話し声 (Hanashigoe) - Voice when speaking;
- 叫び声 (Sakebigoe) - Cry or call;
- 音 (On) - Som;
- 音域 (On'iki) - Interval of sound notes;
- 音節 (Onsetsu) - Sonorous syllable;
- 音符 (Onpu) - Musical note;
- 音楽 (Ongaku) - Music;
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How to Write in Japanese - (声) koe
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (声) koe:
Example Sentences - (声) koe
Below are some example sentences:
Kanojo no koe ga totsuzen atogireru
Her voice suddenly disappeared.
His voice was suddenly cut off.
- 彼女の - "of the girlfriend"
- 声が - "the voice"
- 突然 - "suddenly"
- 跡切れた - "stopped abruptly"
Kansei ga hibikiwatatta
The sound of applause and cheers echoed.
The applause echoed.
- 歓声 - Japanese word meaning "screams of joy" or "applause"
- が - particle in Japanese that indicates the subject of the sentence
- 響き渡った - Japanese verb meaning "echoed" or "resonated"
Sakebi goe ga hibikiwatatta
A scream echoed.
The screams echoed.
- 叫び声 - shout
- が - subject particle
- 響き渡った - echoed
Kono channeru wa eizō ga kuria de onsei mo yoi desu
This channel has a clear picture and good sound.
This channel has clear video and has a good voice.
- この - This
- チャンネル - channel
- は - é
- 映像 - Image
- が - (subject particle)
- クリア - clear
- で - (connection particle)
- 音声 - som
- も - also
- 良い - good
- です - is (polite form of "to be")
Kono seimei wa shinjitsu o tsutaeru tame ni happyō sa remashita
This statement has been released to convey the truth.
This statement was announced to convey the truth.
- この声明 - this statement
- は - is a particle that indicates the topic of the sentence
- 真実 - truth
- を - particle that indicates the direct object
- 伝える - to transmit
- ために - para
- 発表されました - was announced
Koe ga ookii hito wa meiwaku desu
People with loud voices are annoying.
- 声が大きい人 - person with a loud voice
- は - topic particle
- 迷惑 - discomfort
- です - verb ser/estar in the present
Kanojo wa jibun no koe o yowameta
She lowered her voice.
She weakened her voice.
- 彼女 (kanojo) - she
- は (wa) - topic particle
- 自分 (jibun) - yourself
- の (no) - possession particle
- 声 (koe) - voice
- を (wo) - direct object particle
- 弱めた (yowameta) - weakened
Kanojo no koe ga kikoeru
I can hear her voice.
- 彼女 (kanojo) - means "she" in Japanese
- の (no) - particle indicating possession or relationship
- 声 (koe) - means "voice" in Japanese
- が (ga) - particle that indicates the subject of the sentence
- 聞こえる (kikoeru) - A palavra é "audível" em inglês.
Kanojo no utagoe ni wa kanshin suru
I am impressed with her singing voice.
I'm impressed with her singing voice.
- 彼女 - she
- の - in
- 歌声 - singing voice
- に - in
- は - (topic particle)
- 感心 - admiration, praise
- する - to do
Manjou shousai wo abiru
Receive applause from the entire audience.
I will be exposed to the full voice.
- 満場 - means "the entire audience" or "everyone present at the venue".
- 掌声 - means "applause".
- を - particle that indicates the direct object of the sentence.
- 浴びる - verb meaning "to receive" or "to bathe". In this case, it is being used in the figurative sense of "receiving" the applause.
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