Translation and Meaning of: 文化 - bunka
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 文化 (bunka) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: bunka
Kana: ぶんか
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n4
Translation / Meaning: culture; civilization
Meaning in English: culture;civilization
Definition: The unique styles and customs of a particular society or group.
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Explanation and Etymology - (文化) bunka
The word 「文化」 (bunka) is a Japanese term that means "culture". This term is formed by two kanji: 「文」 (bun) and 「化」 (ka). The kanji 「文」 refers to "writing", "literature", or "pattern", while 「化」 represents "change" or "transformation". Together, they form an expression that represents the social, artistic, and intellectual aspects that define a group or society over time. The etymology of 「文化」 reflects the idea of the transformation of social patterns and how they form the foundation of any society.
The notion of culture encapsulated in 「文化」 is expansive. In the Japanese context, it includes a wide range of traditions and practices, such as the tea ceremony, Noh theater, shodō calligraphy, among others. This concept encompasses both the oldest traditions and modern forms of cultural expression, showing how 「文化」 is a living manifestation that evolves over time. Moreover, the word is often used in academic and social contexts to discuss the values and practices that define different groups and eras.
In Japan, the term 「文化」 became particularly relevant during the Meiji Era (1868-1912), when the nation underwent rapid Westernization and modernization. This was a period of significant transformation, where traditional Japanese culture met Western influences, leading to a rich cultural exchange. This context gave the term a deeper meaning, referring both to the preservation of traditions and the integration of new cultural forms. The word 「文化」, therefore, is essential not only for understanding Japanese society but also for analyzing cultural processes in any global context.
Synonyms and similar words
- 文明 (Bunmei) - Civilization
- 文化的 (Bunkateki) - Cultural
- 文明化 (Bunmeika) - Civilization/Modernization
- 文明な (Bunmei na) - Civilized
- 文化的価値 (Bunkateki kachi) - Cultural value
- 文化的背景 (Bunkateki haikei) - Cultural context
- 文化的特徴 (Bunkateki tokuchou) - Cultural characteristics
- 文化的影響 (Bunkateki eikyou) - Cultural influences
- 文化的遺産 (Bunkateki isan) - Cultural heritage
- 文化的な価値 (Bunkateki na kachi) - Cultural values
- 文化的な背景 (Bunkateki na haikei) - Cultural contexts
- 文化的な特徴 (Bunkateki na tokuchou) - Cultural characteristics
- 文化的な影響 (Bunkateki na eikyou) - Cultural influences
- 文化的な遺産 (Bunkateki na isan) - Cultural heritage
- 文化的な伝統 (Bunkateki na dentou) - Cultural traditions
- 文化的な芸術 (Bunkateki na geijutsu) - Cultural Arts
- 文化的な価値観 (Bunkateki na kachikan) - Cultural perspectives
- 文化的な習慣 (Bunkateki na shuukan) - Cultural costumes
- 文化的な風習 (Bunkateki na fuushuu) - Cultural traditions
- 文化的な行事 (Bunkateki na gyouji) - Cultural events
- 文化的な祭り (Bunkateki na matsuri) - Cultural festivals
- 文化的な儀式 (Bunkateki na gishiki) - Cultural rituals
- 文化的な教育 (Bunkateki na kyouiku) - Cultural education
- 文化的な活動 (Bunkateki na katsudou) - Cultural activities
- 文化的な交流 (Bunkateki na kouryuu) - Cultural exchanges
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How to Write in Japanese - (文化) bunka
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Example Sentences - (文化) bunka
Below are some example sentences:
Bunka wa hitobito no seikatsu ni kakasenai mono desu
Culture is essential to people's lives.
Culture is indispensable to people's lives.
- 文化 (bunka) - culture
- 人々 (hitobito) - people
- 生活 (seikatsu) - life, way of life
- 欠かせない (kakasenai) - indispensable, essential
- もの (mono) - thing
- です (desu) - verb to be (polite form)
Fūzoku wa Nihon no bunka no ichibu desu
Customs is part of Japanese culture.
- 風俗 - costumes/traditions
- は - topic particle
- 日本 - Japan
- の - possession particle
- 文化 - culture
- の - possession particle
- 一部 - parte
- です - verb ser/estar in the present
Fūdo wa bunka o keisei suru jūyōna yōso desu
Conxon is an important factor in the formation of a culture.
- 風土 - Means "climate and soil" in Japanese, referring to the geographic characteristics of a region.
- 文化 - refers to the beliefs, values, customs and traditions of a group of people.
- 形成する - means "to form" or "mold" in Japanese, indicating that culture is influenced by the environment.
- 重要な - means "important" in Japanese, highlighting the relevance of the role of climate and soil in shaping culture.
- 要素 - means "element" in Japanese, referring to the components that make up something.
Takashō na bunka o motsu kuni desu
It is a country with a noble culture.
- 高尚な - sophisticated, refined
- 文化 - culture
- を - direct object particle
- 持つ - possess, have
- 国 - country
- です - verb ser/estar in the present
Tanka wo utamu koto wa Nihon no dentōteki na bunka desu
Composing tanka is a traditional Japanese culture.
Writing a tanka is a traditional Japanese culture.
- 短歌 - a type of Japanese poem with 31 syllables
- を - particle that indicates the direct object of the sentence
- 詠む - verb meaning "to recite" or "to sing" a poem
- こと - noun that indicates an action or event
- は - particle that indicates the topic of the sentence
- 日本 - Japan
- の - particle indicating possession or relationship
- 伝統的な - adjective meaning "traditional"
- 文化 - culture
- です - verb "to be" in the present affirmative
Iwai wo suru koto wa taisetsu na bunka desu
Celebrating is an important culture.
Celebration is an important culture.
- 祝い (iwai) - celebration, party
- を (wo) - object particle
- する (suru) - do, accomplish
- こと (koto) - abstract noun, thing
- は (wa) - topic particle
- 大切 (taisetsu) - important, valuable
- な (na) - adjective particle
- 文化 (bunka) - culture
- です (desu) - verb to be, to be
Gakugei wa bunkateki na katsudou desu
Gakugei is a cultural activity.
Gym is a cultural activity.
- 学芸 - means "art and culture" in Japanese.
- は - topic particle in Japanese, which indicates that the subject of the sentence is "学芸".
- 文化的な - Japanese adjective meaning "cultural".
- 活動 - Japanese noun meaning "activity".
- です - verb "to be" in Japanese, which indicates that the sentence is an affirmative statement.
Kodai no bunka wa kyoumi fukai desu
Ancient culture is fascinating.
The ancient culture is interesting.
- 古代の文化 - ancient culture
- は - topic particle
- 興味深い - interesting
- です - verb "to be" in polite form
Ájia wa tayou na bunka ga mazari au subarashii tairiku desu
Asia is a wonderful continent where diverse cultures mix.
Asia is a wonderful continent where a variety of cultures mingle.
- アジア (Ajia) - Ásia
- は (wa) - topic particle
- 多様な (tayouna) - diverse, varied
- 文化 (bunka) - culture
- が (ga) - subject particle
- 混ざり合う (mazariawau) - mix, combine
- 素晴らしい (subarashii) - wonderful, splendid
- 大陸 (tairiku) - continent
- です (desu) - verb "to be" in polite form
Kono chiiki ni wa tokuyū no bunka ga arimasu
In this region
This area has a unique culture.
- この - demonstrative pronoun indicating proximity
- 地域 - noun meaning "region"
- には - particle indicating location and emphasis
- 特有 - adjective meaning "characteristic, peculiar"
- の - particle indicating possession
- 文化 - noun meaning "culture"
- が - particle that indicates subject
- あります - verb meaning "to exist"
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