“Window” in Japanese is 窓 (まど), pronounced mado.
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
Window. A window seat is 窓側の席.
Example sentences
- 窓を開けてもいいですか。まどをあけてもいいですか。May I open the window?
- 窓から山が見えます。まどからやまがみえます。You can see the mountains from the window.
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FAQ
How do you say window in Japanese?
Window in Japanese is 窓 (まど), pronounced “mado”.
How do you write window in Japanese?
It's written 窓 with kanji, or まど in hiragana. Both are read mado.
Is 窓 on the JLPT?
Yes. 窓 (mado) is a common word at JLPT N5 level, so it's worth learning early.