Translation and Meaning of: 雑巾 - zoukin

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

Romaji: zoukin

Kana: ぞうきん

Type: noun

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雑巾

Translation / Meaning: housecloth; dust cloth

Meaning in English: house-cloth;dust cloth

Definition: Cloth used for cleaning floors and walls.

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Explanation and Etymology - (雑巾) zoukin

"Zōkin" is a Japanese word that refers to a cleaning cloth. The word is composed of the characters 雑 (zatsu), which means "miscellaneous" or "varied", and 巾 (kin), which means "cloth" or "fabric". The etymology of the word dates back to the Heian period (794-1185), when cloths were used to clean floors and other surfaces. Since then, the word has been used to refer to any type of cleaning cloth, whether it be made of cotton, linen or other materials. Nowadays, zōkin are widely used throughout Japan, both in households and in commercial establishments.

How to Write in Japanese - (雑巾) zoukin

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Synonyms and Similar - (雑巾) zoukin

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雑布; ぞうきん; ちりとり; ほうき; ふきん

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Words with the same pronunciation: ぞうきん zoukin

Example Sentences - (雑巾) zoukin

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Other words of the same type: noun

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ソフト

Kana: ソフト

Romaji: sohuto

Translation / Meaning:

soft; soft hat; software

エスカレーター

Kana: エスカレーター

Romaji: esukare-ta-

Translation / Meaning:

escalator

余り

Kana: あんまり

Romaji: anmari

Translation / Meaning:

not a lot; left over; rest; remaining; surplus; balance; remains; leftovers; waste; fullness; other; too much.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

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