How to say “table” in Japanese

テーブル
tēburu
nounJLPT N5Home & things
The short answer

“Table” in Japanese is テーブル, pronounced tēburu.

Pronunciation

The word has 4 beats (morae), each about the same length. Tap a syllable to hear it, or play the whole word:

How to use it

A table, from English. A desk is (tsukue).

Example sentences

  • テーブルの上に本があります。テーブルのうえにほんがあります。
    There’s a book on the table.
  • テーブルを予約しました。テーブルをよやくしました。
    I reserved a table.

Quick practice

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FAQ

How do you say table in Japanese?

Table in Japanese is テーブル, pronounced “tēburu”.

Is テーブル on the JLPT?

Yes. テーブル (tēburu) is a common word at JLPT N5 level, so it's worth learning early.