Translation and Meaning of: 缶 - kan
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 缶 (kan) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: kan
Kana: かん
Type: noun
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Translation / Meaning: tin
Meaning in English: can;tin
Definition: A metal container hard to remove from the inside.
Table of Content
- Etymology
- Writing
- Synonyms
- Example Phrases
- FAQ
Explanation and Etymology - (缶) kan
The Japanese word "缶" (kan) is composed of two kanji characters: "缶" which means "can" or "metal container" and "口" which means "mouth" or "opening". The etymology of the word dates back to the Heian period (794-1185), when the Japanese started using metal containers to store food and drinks. The word "kan" is also used in combination with other characters to form compound words, such as "缶詰" (kantsume) which means "canned food" or "缶ビール" (kan biiru) which means "canned beer". The word is commonly used in Japan and is easily recognized by native speakers.How to Write in Japanese - (缶) kan
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Synonyms and Similar - (缶) kan
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:
カン; 罐; 缶詰め; 錫缶; 缶入り
Words containing: 缶
See also other related words from our dictionary:
Kana: かんづめ
Romaji: kandume
Translation / Meaning:
Packaging (in cans); preserves; canned; can
Words with the same pronunciation: かん kan
Example Sentences - (缶) kan
Below are some example sentences:
缶を持ってきてください。
Kan wo motte kite kudasai
Please bring a can.
- 缶 (kan) - tin
- を (wo) - direct object particle
- 持ってきて (motte kite) - trazer
- ください (kudasai) - please
缶詰は便利な食品です。
Kanzume wa benri na shokuhin desu
Canned food is convenient food.
Canned food is a convenient food.
- 缶詰 (かんづめ) - canned
- は - topic particle
- 便利 (べんり) - convenient
- な - particle that indicates adjective
- 食品 (しょくひん) - food
- です - verb to be/estar
アルミ缶はリサイクルできます。
Arumi kan wa risaikuru dekimasu
Aluminum cans can be recycled.
- アルミ缶 - Aluminum can
- は - topic particle
- リサイクル - recycling
- できます - can be done
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Other words of the same type: noun
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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
A way of saying "tin" é "(缶) kan". Throughout this page you will find information and alternatives.
