Translation and Meaning of: 算盤 - soroban

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

Romaji: soroban

Kana: そろばん

Type: noun

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算盤

Translation / Meaning: abacus

Meaning in English: abacus

Definition: A tool for making calculations using fingers, using a rod with beads threaded on it.

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- Etymology
- Writing
- Synonyms
- Example Phrases
- FAQ

Explanation and Etymology - (算盤) soroban

算盤 is a Japanese word consisting of two kanji: 算 (suan) means "calculate" and 盤 (ban) means "board". Together, 算盤 refers to an ancient calculating instrument, similar to an abacus, which was used to do mathematical calculations. The 算盤 consists of a wooden structure with beads or stones that can be moved along rods or wires. The word 算盤 has been used in Japan since the Heian period (794-1185) and is often used in idioms to refer to mathematical abilities or logical and methodical thinking.

How to Write in Japanese - (算盤) soroban

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Synonyms and Similar - (算盤) soroban

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そろばん; あばく; あばん; さんばん; ざんばん; すごう; すごし; すごみ; すごもり; すごや; すごろく; すぐり; すぐりばん; すぐりまわし; すぐりや; すぐりゆびわ; すぐりわ; すぐわ; すぐんばん; すごうばん; すごしばん; すごみばん; すごもりばん; すごろくばん; すぐりぐわ; すぐりずし; すぐりずしや; すぐりずしわ; すぐり

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Words with the same pronunciation: そろばん soroban

Example Sentences - (算盤) soroban

Below are some example sentences:

算盤を使って計算する。

Soroban wo tsukatte keisan suru

Calculate using the abacus.

Calculate using a spatula.

  • 算盤 (soroban) - a Japanese abacus used for mathematical calculations
  • を (wo) - object particle
  • 使って (tsukatte) - continuous form of the verb "tsukau", which means "to use"
  • 計算 (keisan) - calculation
  • する (suru) - verb that means "to do"

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Other words of the same type: noun

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度忘れ

Kana: どわすれ

Romaji: dowasure

Translation / Meaning:

memory lapse; forget for a moment

こちら

Kana: こちら

Romaji: kochira

Translation / Meaning:

this person; in this direction; this side

交わす

Kana: かわす

Romaji: kawasu

Translation / Meaning:

exchange (messages); dodge; to deviate; to avoid; move away

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

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