Translation and Meaning of: 賞 - shou
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 賞 (shou) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: shou
Kana: しょう
Type: noun
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Translation / Meaning: prize; reward
Meaning in English: prize;award
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- Etymology
- Writing
- Synonyms
- Example Phrases
- FAQ
Explanation and Etymology - (賞) shou
The Japanese word "賞" (shou) is a noun meaning "prize" or "reward". The etymology of the word is composed of the characters "貝" (kai), meaning "shell", and "昜" (you), meaning "sun". The combination of these characters suggests the idea of a valuable reward, like a pearl found at the bottom of the sea. The word "賞" is commonly used in award contexts, such as sports competitions, art competitions, or professional recognition.How to Write in Japanese - (賞) shou
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Synonyms and Similar - (賞) shou
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:
賞賜; 褒美; 報奨; 賞品; 優勝; 勝利; 優等賞; 賞状; 賞金; 賞罰; 殊勲; 表彰; 褒章; 褒賞; 賞与; 賞典; 賞状; 賞状書; 賞状簿; 賞状授与; 賞状贈呈; 賞状記念; 賞状額; 賞状作成; 賞状発行; 賞状受領; 賞状返送; 賞状保存; 賞状展示;
Words containing: 賞
See also other related words from our dictionary:
Kana: にゅうしょう
Romaji: nyuushou
Translation / Meaning:
win a prize or place (in a contest)
Kana: しょうひん
Romaji: shouhin
Translation / Meaning:
award; trophy
Kana: しょうきん
Romaji: shoukin
Translation / Meaning:
award; monetary prize
Kana: けんしょう
Romaji: kenshou
Translation / Meaning:
offering prizes; win; reward
Kana: かんしょう
Romaji: kanshou
Translation / Meaning:
appreciation
Words with the same pronunciation: しょう shou
Example Sentences - (賞) shou
Below are some example sentences:
この賞品を進呈します。
Kono shōhin o shintei shimasu
I present this award.
This award will be presented.
- この - this
- 賞品 - award
- を - direct object particle
- 進呈 - present, offer
- します - verb "to do" in polite form
このイベントの賞品はとても魅力的です。
Kono ibento no shōhin wa totemo miryokuteki desu
The prizes of this event are very attractive.
- この - demonstrative pronoun
- イベント - event
- の - possession particle
- 賞品 - award
- は - topic particle
- とても - adverb of intensity (very)
- 魅力的 - adjective (attractive)
- です - verb to be (polished)
私は入賞したいです。
Watashi wa nyūshō shitai desu
I want to win a prize.
- 私 (watashi) - personal pronoun meaning "I"
- は (wa) - topic particle that indicates the subject of the sentence
- 入賞 (nyuushou) - "Prize-winning"
- したい (shitai) - form of the verb "want" in the present wishing, indicating the desire to win a prize
- です (desu) - linking verb that indicates formality and politeness in communication in Japanese
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Other words of the same type: noun
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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
A way of saying "prize; reward" é "(賞) shou". Throughout this page you will find information and alternatives.
