Translation and Meaning of: 石炭 - sekitan
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 石炭 (sekitan) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: sekitan
Kana: せきたん
Type: Substantive
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Translation / Meaning: coal
Meaning in English: coal
Definition: A type of fossil fuel created by the decomposition of many organic substances over millions of years. Used in the generation of thermal energy, etc.
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- Etymology
- Writing
- Synonyms
- Example Phrases
- FAQ
Explanation and Etymology - (石炭) sekitan
石炭 is a Japanese word composed of two kanji: 石 (ishi) meaning stone and 炭 (sumi) meaning coal. Together, 石炭 (sekitan) means mineral coal or stone coal. The word is used to refer to coal that is extracted from underground or open pit mines and is an important source of energy for Japanese industry and economy. The etymology of the word goes back to the Edo period (1603-1868), when coal mining was an important activity in Japan.How to Write in Japanese - (石炭) sekitan
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Synonyms and Similar - (石炭) sekitan
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:
炭素; 黒炭; 焦炭; 焼炭; 炭鉱石; 炭素繊維
Words containing: 石炭
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Words with the same pronunciation: せきたん sekitan
Example Sentences - (石炭) sekitan
Below are some example sentences:
石炭は火力発電所で使われる重要なエネルギー源です。
Ishitan wa karyoku hatsudensho de tsukawareru juuyou na enerugii gen desu
Coal is an important source of energy used in thermal power plants.
Coal is an important source of energy used in thermal power plants.
- 石炭 (sekitan) - coal
- は (wa) - topic particle
- 火力発電所 (karyoku hatsudensho) - power plant
- で (de) - location particle
- 使われる (tsukawareru) - to be used
- 重要な (juuyouna) - important
- エネルギー源 (enerugii gen) - energy source
- です (desu) - verb ser/estar in the present
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Other words of the same type: Substantive
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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
A way of saying "coal" é "(石炭) sekitan". Throughout this page you will find information and alternatives.
