Translation and Meaning of: 根 - ne
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 根 (ne) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: ne
Kana: ね
Type: noun
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Translation / Meaning: root
Meaning in English: root
Definition: The part that connects the body of a plant to the soil or other objects. It is part of the growth point and receives water and nutrients from the soil.
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Explanation and Etymology - (根) ne
The Japanese word 「根」 (ne) is a term that describes the concept of "root" both in a literal and figurative sense. In Japanese, the roots of plants, but also in expressions whose meanings refer to origins or foundations, use this kanji. The variations and uses of the word extend in different contexts, making it a versatile expression in the Japanese language.
Etymologically, 「根」 is composed in the Japanese writing system of the radical 木 (ki), which means "tree", associated with the lower part of the character, 艮 (kon), which by itself connotes "to remain". Thus, the idea of roots is symbolically linked to something that stays and fixes itself to the base of a tree or plant. The combination of these elements in the kanji paints a powerful visual image that is metaphorically applied to fundamental ideas and values.
In the everyday life of Japan, the word 「根」 is often used in expressions such as 「根気」 (konki), which means "patience" or "perseverance," and 「根本」 (konpon), translating to "base" or "essence." These terms reflect the figurative use of "root" to denote the origin of qualities or intrinsic elements of a situation or person. This highlights the semantic richness of the word, which goes beyond its literal meaning, delving into profound meanings associated with Japanese culture and philosophy.
Synonyms and similar words
- 根っこ (nekko) - Root, the lowest or deepest part of a plant.
- 根元 (nemoto) - Base or origin of something, where something is supported or originates.
- 根源 (kongensu) - Source or origin of a phenomenon, the root of a problem or situation.
- 根底 (kontai) - Foundation or essential basis, something that supports an idea or concept.
- 根本 (honpon) - Essential or basic, referring to a fundamental truth or basic principle.
Words related
Words with the same pronunciation: ね ne
How to Write in Japanese - (根) ne
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (根) ne:
Example Sentences - (根) ne
Below are some example sentences:
Konteki ni aru kachikan wa taisetsu desu
Underlying values are important.
- 根底 - means "base" or "foundation".
- にある - is a particle that indicates the location of something, in this case, "is located at the base".
- 価値観 - means "values" or "principles".
- は - is a particle that indicates the topic of the sentence, in this case "the values/principles".
- 大切 - means "important" or "valuable".
- です - is a polite way of ending a sentence in Japanese, equivalent to "é" in Portuguese.
Ne wa jumoku no inochi wo sasaeru juuyou na bubun desu
Roots are an important part that sustains the life of trees.
The root is an important part that supports the life of a tree.
- 根 - root
- は - topic particle
- 樹木 - tree
- の - possession particle
- 命 - life
- を - direct object particle
- 支える - to sustain
- 重要な - important
- 部分 - parte
- です - verb "to be" in the present tense
Konki ga areba nandemo dekiru
with perseverance
You can do anything if you're patient.
- 根気 (konki) - perseverance, patience
- が (ga) - subject particle
- あれば (areba) - if any
- 何でも (nan demo) - anything, everything
- できる (dekiru) - be able to do, achieve
Yane no ue ni tori ga tomatte iru
A bird is perched on the roof.
A bird stops on the roof.
- 屋根 - roof
- の - possession particle
- 上 - on top
- に - location particle
- 鳥 - Bird
- が - subject particle
- 止まっている - is sitting
Kono shuchou ni wa konkyo ga hitsuyou desu
This claim needs evidence.
This claim requires a base.
- この - demonstrative pronoun meaning "this" or "this"
- 主張 - noun meaning "claim", "declaration" or "argument"
- には - particle indicating "in relation to" or "about"
- 根拠 - noun meaning "foundation", "base" or "proof"
- が - particle that indicates the subject of the sentence
- 必要 - adjective meaning "necessary" or "essential"
- です - verb "to be" in polite form
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