japanisch
Japanese
Relates to the country of Japan, its inhabitants, its culture, or its products.
EXAMPLE
Die japanische Teezeremonie ist ein faszinierendes Ritual.
The Japanese tea ceremony is a fascinating ritual.
japanisch
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Meanings
japanisch
Japanese
Relates to the Japanese language. Often in the phrase 'auf Japanisch' (in Japanese).
EXAMPLE
Der Film wurde im Originalton mit deutschen Untertiteln gezeigt, also auf Japanisch.
The film was shown in the original audio with German subtitles, so in Japanese.
Usage tips
Word structure
The adjective 'japanisch' (Japanese) is formed from the country name 'Japan' with the ending '-isch' (-ish). This pattern is found in many adjectives that describe origin.
EXAMPLE
Ich interessiere mich für die japanische Geschichte.
I am interested in Japanese history.
Common mistake
Pay attention to lowercase spelling. The adjective 'japanisch' (Japanese) is written with a lowercase letter, even when it refers to the country Japan.
EXAMPLE
Wir essen heute Abend japanisch.
We are eating Japanese food tonight.
Typical collocations
When it is about culture or products, 'japanisch' (Japanese) often appears with nouns like 'Küche' (cuisine), 'Garten' (garden), 'Kunst' (art), or 'Auto' (car).
EXAMPLE
Die japanische Küche ist für ihre frischen Zutaten bekannt.
Japanese cuisine is known for its fresh ingredients.
Sentence structure for languages
When the language is meant, the fixed phrase 'auf Japanisch' (in Japanese) is almost always used. The adjective alone is rarely used here.
EXAMPLE
Können Sie das bitte auf Japanisch sagen?
Could you please say that in Japanese?
In real life
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