“Clock” in Japanese is 時計 (とけい), pronounced tokei.
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
Clock or watch. A wristwatch is 腕時計 (udedokei).
Example sentences
- 時計を見てください。とけいをみてください。Please look at the clock.
- この時計は高かったです。このとけいはたかかったです。This watch was expensive.
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FAQ
How do you say clock in Japanese?
Clock in Japanese is 時計 (とけい), pronounced “tokei”.
How do you write clock in Japanese?
It's written 時計 with kanji, or とけい in hiragana. Both are read tokei.
Is 時計 on the JLPT?
Yes. 時計 (tokei) is a common word at JLPT N5 level, so it's worth learning early.