Translation and Meaning of: 車輪 - sharin
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 車輪 (sharin) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: sharin
Kana: しゃりん
Type: noun
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Translation / Meaning: (car wheel
Meaning in English: (car) wheel
Definition: Wheel: A car wheel or a round piece used to roll things.
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Explanation and Etymology - (車輪) sharin
The word 「車輪」 (sharin) in Japanese is a combination of two kanji: 「車」 (sha), which means "car" or "vehicle," and 「輪」 (rin), which means "wheel" or "ring." Together, these words form the term "car wheel," which is broadly used to describe any wheel connected to vehicles. However, in a broader context, 「車輪」 can be used to name the wheels of other movable objects, highlighting its importance as a fundamental component in transportation.
The kanji 「車」 has its origin in the picturesque drawing of a cart or carriage, one of the most important means of transportation in ancient times. The kanji 「輪」 derives from images of intertwined circles, symbolizing the round shape and utility of a wheel. These symbols, worked together in the term 「車輪」, evoke images of technological innovations and historical explorations, from rudimentary carts to modern cars. Thus, 「車輪」 is not just a technical term — it is also a reminder of the evolution of transportation methods.
In everyday Japanese life, 「車輪」 has a significant impact, especially in a culture strongly linked to technology and efficiency, as seen in Japan. The importance of wheels transcends, influencing various aspects of modern society, not only for transportation but also for economic, social, and cultural development. Thus, exploring (literally and figuratively) through 「車輪」 reflects a part of the human journey towards connectivity and progress.
Synonyms and similar words
- タイヤ (taiya) - Tire of a vehicle
- 輪 (rin) - Wheel (usually used to refer to the circular part)
- 車の輪 (kuruma no rin) - Car wheel
- 車のタイヤ (kuruma no taiya) - Car tire
Words with the same pronunciation: しゃりん sharin
How to Write in Japanese - (車輪) sharin
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (車輪) sharin:
Example Sentences - (車輪) sharin
Below are some example sentences:
Sharin ga kishimu oto ga kikoeru
You can hear the sound of the wheels.
You can hear the sound of the wheels.
- 車輪 (sharin) - wheel
- が (ga) - subject particle
- 軋む (kishimu) - creak, make noise
- 音 (oto) - som
- が (ga) - subject particle
- 聞こえる (kikoeru) - be heard, be noticeable
Sharin ga mawatte iru
The wheels are spinning.
The wheels are spinning.
- 車輪 - Means "wheel" in Japanese.
- が - particle that indicates the subject of the sentence.
- 回っている - verb meaning "turning" or "rotating".
Other words of the same type: noun
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