Translation and Meaning of: 相撲 - sumou

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

Romaji: sumou

Kana: すもう

Type: Substantive.

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相撲

Translation / Meaning: Sumo wrestling

Meaning in English: sumo wrestling

Definition: Traditional Japanese martial arts. Two sumo wrestlers compete in the ring, and the winner is determined by pushing or suppressing the opponent.

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- Etymology
- Writing
- Synonyms
- Example Phrases
- FAQ

Explanation and Etymology - (相撲) sumou

相撲 It is a Japanese word that refers to the display sport known as Sumo. The word is made up of two Kanji: 相 (oh) which means "together" or "mutually" and 撲 (zumo) which means "beating" or "striking". Together they form 相撲 (sumō) that can be translated as "hitting together" or "strikes mutually". Sumo is a traditional Japanese sport that dates back to over a thousand years and is characterized by heavy fighters trying to push or knock the opponent out of a clay circle. Sumo is considered a national sport in Japan and is accompanied by many fans around the world.

How to Write in Japanese - (相撲) sumou

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Synonyms and Similar - (相撲) sumou

See below a list of Japanese words that have the same meaning or is a variation of the word we are studying on this page:

角力; 大相撲; すもう

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Words with the same pronunciation: すもう sumou

Example Sentences - (相撲) sumou

Below are some example sentences:

横綱は相撲の最高位です。

Yokozuna wa sumou no saikoui desu

Yokozuna is the tallest in sumo wrestling.

  • 横綱 - Yokozuna (highest rank in sumo)
  • は - topic particle
  • 相撲 - Sumo (Japanese martial art)
  • の - possession particle
  • 最高位 - Highest position
  • です - verb ser/estar in the present

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Other words of the same type: Substantive.

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放射

Kana: ほうしゃ

Romaji: housha

Translation / Meaning:

radiation; emission

箇所

Kana: かしょ

Romaji: kasho

Translation / Meaning:

ticket; place; point; part

Kana: かん

Romaji: kan

Translation / Meaning:

look; appearance; Show

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

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