“Summer” in Japanese is 夏 (なつ), pronounced natsu.
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
Summer: festivals, fireworks and humid heat.
Example sentences
- 夏は暑いです。なつはあついです。Summer is hot.
- 夏休みに日本に行きます。なつやすみににほんにいきます。I’m going to Japan in the summer holidays.
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FAQ
How do you say summer in Japanese?
Summer in Japanese is 夏 (なつ), pronounced “natsu”.
How do you write summer in Japanese?
It's written 夏 with kanji, or なつ in hiragana. Both are read natsu.
Is 夏 on the JLPT?
Yes. 夏 (natsu) is a common word at JLPT N5 level, so it's worth learning early.