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How do you say "cap" in Japanese?
キャップ
kyappu
In Japanese, "cap" is キャップ (kyappu).
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Pronunciation
キャップ is written using katakana. Romanised as kyappu, it sounds roughly like "kyahp-poo" to an English ear.
Writing and usage
Kyappu is katakana from 'cap'. Caps are casual headwear with brims.
Example sentence
このキャップは私には少し大きいです。
Kono Kyappu wa watashi ni wa sukoshi ookii desu.
This cap is a little big for me.
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How to remember キャップ
Cap becomes kya-ppu with a palatal sound.
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Questions about キャップ
How do you pronounce キャップ?
キャップ is romanised as kyappu. Say it roughly like "kyahp-poo" in English. Each Japanese syllable has even weight, so keep the rhythm steady.
Is キャップ formal or casual?
キャップ 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 キャップ written in Japanese?
キャップ is written using katakana. Kyappu is katakana from 'cap'.
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