How Do You Spell JAPAN?

Pronunciation: [d͡ʒəpˈan] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "Japan" is relatively straightforward. The first letter, "J," represents the voiced palato-alveolar affricate sound /dʒ/. The second letter, "a," represents the open central unrounded vowel /ä/. The third letter, "p," represents the voiceless bilabial stop sound /p/. The fourth letter, "a," once again represents the open central unrounded vowel /ä/. And finally, the fifth letter, "n," represents the voiced alveolar nasal sound /n/. Altogether, the spelling and phonetic transcription of "Japan" accurately represent the sounds of this word.

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JAPAN Meaning and Definition

  1. Japan is a sovereign island country located off the eastern coast of the Asian continent, surrounded by the North Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Japan. It encompasses an archipelago made up of around 6,852 islands, with the four largest being Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu, and Shikoku. Japan is widely recognized for its unique cultural identity, advanced technology, and influential global economy.

    From a historical perspective, Japan has a rich and complex past that has greatly influenced its modern society. It has a constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary government, known as a unitary parliamentary constitutional monarchy. The country has developed a reputation for its technological advancements, particularly in the areas of automobiles, robotics, electronics, and telecommunications.

    In addition, Japan is renowned for its traditional arts, such as calligraphy, pottery, tea ceremonies, and flower arrangements. These cultural traditions are deeply rooted in the nation's history and have been carefully preserved and passed down through generations. Furthermore, Japanese cuisine, including sushi, ramen, tempura, and matcha tea, has gained international acclaim for its distinctive flavors and presentation.

    With a population exceeding 126 million people, Japan is one of the most densely populated countries globally. Its major cities, such as Tokyo, Osaka, and Yokohama, are bustling centers of commerce, entertainment, and innovation. The country's transportation system, notably its high-speed trains and extensive network of subway systems, is widely admired for its efficiency and punctuality.

    Overall, Japan is a vibrant and influential country that offers a fascinating blend of ancient traditions and modern advancements, making it a captivating and unique destination for visitors and a recognized global player in various industries.

  2. • Work varnished and figured in the manner practised by the natives of Japan.
    • A varnish for articles made of metal or wood, generally made of linseed-oil, umber, and turpentine.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Other Common Misspellings for JAPAN

Etymology of JAPAN

The word "Japan" is derived from the Chinese word "Ribenguo" (日本国), which means "origin of the sun". The Chinese characters used in "Ribenguo" are pronounced as "Nihon" in Japanese, and it gradually evolved into "Japan" in English through linguistic influences over time.

Similar spelling words for JAPAN

Conjugate verb Japan

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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I would have japan
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been japanning
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CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would japan
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CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be japanning
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FUTURE

I will japan
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we will japan
they will japan

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be japanning
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FUTURE PERFECT

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

you japan
we let´s japan

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to japan

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was japanning
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he/she/it was japanning
we were japanning
they were japanning

PAST PARTICIPLE

japanned

PAST PERFECT

I had japanned
you had japanned
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we had japanned
they had japanned

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been japanning
you had been japanning
he/she/it had been japanning
we had been japanning
they had been japanning

PRESENT

I japan
you japan
he/she/it japans
we japan
they japan

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am japanning
you are japanning
he/she/it is japanning
we are japanning
they are japanning

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

japanning

PRESENT PERFECT

I have japanned
you have japanned
he/she/it has japanned
we have japanned
they have japanned

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been japanning
you have been japanning
he/she/it has been japanning
we have been japanning
they have been japanning

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it japan

SIMPLE PAST

I japanned
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he/she/it japanned
we japanned
they japanned

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