Translation and Meaning of: 行き - iki
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 行き (iki) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: iki
Kana: いき
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n3
Translation / Meaning: going
Meaning in English: going
Definition: To change/visit.
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Explanation and Etymology - (行き) iki
The word 「行き」 (iki) is deeply rooted in the Japanese language and is used in various ways in everyday context. The etymology of the word leads us to the verb 「行く」 (iku), which means 'to go'. When we talk about 「行き」 (iki), we are essentially dealing with the noun form derived from this verb. This form is widely used to indicate the direction or destination to which someone is heading, often appearing in contexts such as travel and movement.
Regarding the definition, 「行き」 (iki) commonly refers to the idea of 'going to' or 'towards'. This term is often used in conjunction with geographical directions, such as when indicating the destination of a transport, for example, in the expression 「新宿行きの電車」 (Shinjuku iki no densha), which means 'train to Shinjuku'. Thus, it plays a vital role in conveying the necessary information about routes and destinations.
The origin and application of the word 「行き」 (iki) in Japanese date back to ancient times, reflecting the simplicity and efficiency of the language in expressing movement. In related forms, 「行き先」 (ikisaki) is also a variation used, meaning 'destination'. This connection with the verb 「行く」 (iku) highlights the functional nature of the Japanese language, allowing users to communicate basic information effectively and accurately, especially in travel and transport scenarios.
This term also has a cultural context, as it reflects not only the physical act of moving from one point to another, but it can also symbolize progression or journey in a more abstract sense. A language as complex and rich as Japanese often reveals nuances through words like 「行き」 (iki), involving the dynamism and direction of everyday life.
Synonyms and similar words
- 行く (iku) - Go
- 出かける (dekakeru) - Leave, leave home for a specific place
- 進む (susumu) - Advance, proceed
- 移動する (idou suru) - Move, shift
- 赴く (otozureru) - Go to a place, especially for a specific task or a visit
- 旅立つ (tabidatsu) - Setting off on a journey
Words related
ikichigai
misunderstanding; remoteness; disagreement; intersection without meeting; getting lost
saki
point (eg pencil); destiny; tip; end; nozzle; head (of a line); the first priority; the future; goal; sequence; remaining; the other party; future; previous; previous; previous
Words with the same pronunciation: いき iki
ikichigai
misunderstanding; remoteness; disagreement; intersection without meeting; getting lost
ikisatsu
1. details; complete history; sequence of events; particularities; How it all began; how things got to this point; 2. complications; position.
How to Write in Japanese - (行き) iki
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (行き) iki:
Example Sentences - (行き) iki
Below are some example sentences:
Waraji wo haite jinja ni ikimashita
I went to the shrine using zori.
I went to the sanctuary with sandals.
- 草履 - traditional japanese sandals
- を - object particle
- 履いて - continuous form of the verb "履く" (to wear)
- 神社 - Shinto shrine
- に - target particle
- 行きました - past form of the verb "行く" (go)
Yūenchi ni ikitai desu
I want to go to the amusement park.
I want to go to an amusement park.
- 遊園地 (yūenchi) - amusement park
- に (ni) - particle indicating destination or location
- 行きたい (ikitai) - want to go
- です (desu) - verb ser/estar in the present
Tōku e ikitaidesu
I want to go away.
I want to go far.
- 遠くへ - "far away"
- 行きたい - "I want to go"
- です - "é"
Toofu kara kita tomodachi ni ai ni ikitai desu
I want to go find a friend who came from far away.
I want to go see a friend from afar.
- 遠方 (enpou) - distant
- から (kara) - in
- 来た (kita) - came
- 友達 (tomodachi) - friend
- に (ni) - para
- 会いに (aini) - meet
- 行きたい (ikitai) - I want to go
- です (desu) - é
Tsuri ni ikitai desu
I want to go fishing.
I'd like to go fishing.
- 釣り (tsuri) - fishing
- に (ni) - particle that indicates the target or destination of the action
- 行きたい (ikitai) - want to go
- です (desu) - a polite way of finishing a sentence
Shibai wo mi ni ikitai desu
I want to go see a play.
I want to go see the play.
- 芝居 (shibai) - It means "play" in Japanese.
- を (wo) - direct object particle in Japanese
- 見 (mi) - verb "to see" in Japanese
- に (ni) - target particle in Japanese
- 行きたい (ikitai) - conjugated form of the verb "to go" with the suffix "tai", which means "to want" in Japanese
- です (desu) - The verb "to be" in Japanese, used to indicate a formal or polite statement.
Sao wo motte kawa ni ikimashita
I went to the river with a fishing rod.
I went to the river with a stick.
- 竿 (さお) - fishing rod
- を - direct object particle
- 持って (もって) - loading
- 川 (かわ) - rio
- に - location particle
- 行きました (いきました) - was
Watashi wa naika ni ikimasu
I go to the department of internal medicine.
I go to internal medicine.
- 私 - personal pronoun meaning "I"
- は - particle that indicates the topic of the sentence, in this case "I"
- 内科 - noun that means "medical clinic"
- に - particle that indicates the destination of the action, in this case "to"
- 行きます - verb that means "to go", conjugated in the polite present
Watashi wa iryou wo kai ni ikimasu
I will buy clothes.
I will buy clothes.
- 私 (watashi) - means "I" in Japanese
- は (wa) - topic particle in Japanese
- 衣料 (iryō) - It means "clothes" in Japanese.
- を (wo) - direct object particle in Japanese
- 買い (kai) - verb form of "to buy" in Japanese
- に (ni) - target particle in Japanese
- 行きます (ikimasu) - verb form of "to go" in Japanese
Bunbōgu o kai ni ikimasu
I will buy office supplies.
I will buy stationery.
- 文房具 - means "office supplies" in Japanese
- を - object particle in Japanese
- 買い - form of the verb "buy" in Japanese
- に - target particle in Japanese
- 行きます - polite form of the verb "to go" in Japanese
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