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    Japon (en. Japan)

    /ʒa.pɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Island nation in East Asia.
    Japan is known for its rich culture and fascinating history.
    Le Japon est connu pour sa culture riche et son histoire fascinante.
    Language spoken in Japan.
    He learned Japanese to travel to Japan.
    Il a appris le japonais pour voyager au Japon.
    Flag of Japan.
    The red cross on a white background is the Japanese flag.
    La croix rouge sur fond blanc est le drapeau japonais.

    Etymology

    The word 'Japan' comes from the Chinese 'Rìběn', which means 'origin of the sun'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Land of the rising sun
    Nickname for Japan based on its geographical orientation relative to China.
    Pays du soleil levant
    Japanese cuisine
    Widespread worldwide, famous for its sushi and sashimi.
    Cuisine japonaise
    Japanese culture
    Includes traditional arts such as calligraphy, Nō theater, and kintsugi.
    Culture japonaise

    Related Words

    Tokyo
    Capital of Japan, known for its modernity.
    Tokyō
    Kyoto
    Former capital and center of traditional Japanese culture.
    Kyoto
    sakura
    Cherry blossom, symbol of Japanese culture.
    sakura

    Slang Meanings

    A colloquial term for Japan
    He dreams of going to 'Japo'.
    Il rêve d'aller au 'Japo'.
    Using 'nippon' in an informal context
    He often says he is proud of his 'nippon'.
    Il dit souvent qu'il est fier de son 'nippon'.