“House” in Japanese is 家 (いえ), pronounced ie.
Pronunciation
The word has 2 beats (morae), each about the same length. Tap a syllable to hear it, or play the whole word:
How to use it
House or home. うち is a softer word for “my home”, and also written 家.
Example sentences
- 大きい家ですね。おおきいいえですね。What a big house.
- 家に帰ります。いえにかえります。I’m going home.
Related forms
| Meaning | Japanese | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| home (soft) | うち | uchi |
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FAQ
How do you say house in Japanese?
House in Japanese is 家 (いえ), pronounced “ie”.
How do you write house in Japanese?
It's written 家 with kanji, or いえ in hiragana. Both are read ie.
Is 家 on the JLPT?
Yes. 家 (ie) is a common word at JLPT N5 level, so it's worth learning early.