Translation and Meaning of: 短歌 - tanka
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 短歌 (tanka) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: tanka
Kana: たんか
Type: Substantive
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Translation / Meaning: tanka; 31 syllable Japanese poem
Meaning in English: tanka;31-syllable Japanese poem
Table of Content
- Etymology
- Writing
- Synonyms
- Example Phrases
- FAQ
Explanation and Etymology - (短歌) tanka
短歌 is a Japanese word that refers to a type of traditional Japanese poetry, which consists of a short poem of 31 syllables, divided into three verses of 5, 7 and 5 syllables respectively. The word 短歌 is composed of the characters 短 (tan), meaning "short", and 歌 (ka), meaning "song" or "poem". The origin of 短歌 is believed to date back to the Heian period (794-1185), when poetry was a highly prized art form at the Japanese imperial court.短歌 is considered a very refined and delicate form of poetic expression, which values simplicity and conciseness. Today, 短歌 is still practiced in Japan by both amateur and professional poets, and is considered one of the most traditional and iconic forms of Japanese poetry.How to Write in Japanese - (短歌) tanka
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Synonyms and Similar - (短歌) tanka
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:
俳句; 和歌; 歌; 詩; 詠嘆文
Words containing: 短歌
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Words with the same pronunciation: たんか tanka
Example Sentences - (短歌) tanka
Below are some example sentences:
短歌を詠むことは日本の伝統的な文化です。
Tanka wo utamu koto wa Nihon no dentōteki na bunka desu
Composing tanka is a traditional Japanese culture.
Writing a tanka is a traditional Japanese culture.
- 短歌 - a type of Japanese poem with 31 syllables
- を - particle that indicates the direct object of the sentence
- 詠む - verb that means "recite" or "sing" a poem
- こと - noun that indicates an action or event
- は - particle that indicates the topic of the sentence
- 日本 - Japan
- の - particle indicating possession or relationship
- 伝統的な - adjective that means "traditional"
- 文化 - culture
- です - verb "to be" in the present affirmative
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Other words of the same type: Substantive
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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
A way of saying "tanka; 31 syllable Japanese poem" é "(短歌) tanka". Throughout this page you will find information and alternatives.
