“Cherry blossom” in Japanese is 桜 (さくら), pronounced sakura.
Pronunciation
The word has 3 beats (morae), each about the same length. Tap a syllable to hear it, or play the whole word:
How to use it
Cherry blossom, Japan’s most beloved flower. The bloom is forecast nationwide each spring.
Example sentences
- 桜がきれいですね。さくらがきれいですね。The cherry blossoms are beautiful.
- 桜を見に行きませんか。さくらをみにいきませんか。Shall we go see the cherry blossoms?
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FAQ
How do you say cherry blossom in Japanese?
Cherry blossom in Japanese is 桜 (さくら), pronounced “sakura”.
How do you write cherry blossom in Japanese?
It's written 桜 with kanji, or さくら in hiragana. Both are read sakura.