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How do you say "apron" in Japanese?
エプロン
epuron
In Japanese, "apron" is エプロン (epuron).
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Pronunciation
EH-poo-rohn, three syllables where the stress falls on the first — the 'pu' in the middle is quick and light.
Writing and usage
エプロン is written using katakana. It's a noun, and this word is also taught inside the Noun Town language learning game, where it appears in interactive lessons alongside hundreds of other everyday words.
Example sentence
シェフは腰にエプロンを結んだ。
shiefu ha koshi ni epuron wo musun da.
The chef tied an apron around his waist.
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How to remember エプロン
Epuron sounds like 'apron' with the accent shuffled forward — cook with one on while repeating the word.
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- brooch ブローチ buroochi
- anklet 足首の輪 ashikubi no wa
- cotton 綿 men
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Questions about エプロン
How do you pronounce エプロン?
EH-poo-rohn, three syllables where the stress falls on the first — the 'pu' in the middle is quick and light.
Is エプロン formal or casual?
エプロン is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech. The level of formality comes from the sentence structure around it, not from the word itself.
How is エプロン written in Japanese?
エプロン is written using katakana. Romanised, it reads as epuron.
Where can I practice Japanese words for free?
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