Translation and Meaning of: 将棋 - shougi

On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 将棋 (shougi) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.

Romaji: shougi

Kana: しょうぎ

Type: noun

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将棋

Translation / Meaning: Japanese chess

Meaning in English: Japanese chess

Definition: Shogi: A traditional Japanese board game, a strategy game played by two players in which pieces are moved.

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Explanation and Etymology - (将棋) shougi

将棋 It is a Japanese word that refers to a traditional Japanese board game, known as Japanese chess or English Shogi. The word is made up of two Kanji characters: 将 (shō) which means "general" or "commander" and 棋 (GI) which means "board game". The game is believed to have originated in India and was brought to Japan through China in the eighth century. Shogi is thrown into a 40 -piece 9x9 board, including one king, two generals, two horses, two cars, two guns and nine pawns. The goal of the game is to capture the king of the opponent. Shogi is a popular game in Japan and is considered a national sport.

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Synonyms and Similar - (将棋) shougi

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しょうぎ; 将碁; 将護; 将戯; 将棊

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Words with the same pronunciation: しょうぎ shougi

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Other words of the same type: noun

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仕舞

Kana: しまい

Romaji: shimai

Translation / Meaning:

end; termination; Informal (Noh Play)

買う

Kana: かう

Romaji: kau

Translation / Meaning:

purchase

曲

Kana: きょく

Romaji: kyoku

Translation / Meaning:

music; musical

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