“Television” in Japanese is テレビ, pronounced terebi.
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
TV, short for television. Japanese TV is known for variety shows and colourful on-screen text.
Example sentences
- テレビを見ます。テレビをみます。I watch TV.
- テレビを消してください。テレビをけしてください。Please turn off the TV.
Quick practice
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FAQ
How do you say television in Japanese?
Television in Japanese is テレビ, pronounced “terebi”.
Is テレビ on the JLPT?
Yes. テレビ (terebi) is a common word at JLPT N5 level, so it's worth learning early.