Pronunciation of 'カーテン'
The word 'カーテン' (kāten) is a Japanese loanword derived from the English word 'curtain'. It refers to a piece of fabric or material used to block or obscure light, or for decorative purposes. Below are the pronunciations and meanings in Japanese and English.
Word Origin
The word originates from the English word 'curtain' and has been adapted into Japanese as 'カーテン' (kāten).
Pronunciation Details
日本語
窓や部屋の仕切りとして使用される布や材料。
「カーテン」は「かーてん」と発音します。「かー」は伸ばして発音し、「てん」は短く発音します。
English (US)
A piece of fabric or material used to block light or for decorative purposes.
Pronounced as 'KAR-tuhn'. 'Kar' as in 'car', and 'tuhn' as in 'button'.