How do you say "pink" in Japanese?

In Japanese, "pink" is ピンク (pinku). It is a adjective.

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Pronunciation

ピンク is written in katakana. Romanised as pinku, it sounds roughly like "pee-n-koo" to an English ear.

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Questions about ピンク

How do you pronounce ピンク?

ピンク is romanised as pinku. Say it roughly like "pee-n-koo" in English. Each Japanese syllable has even weight, so keep the rhythm steady.

Is ピンク formal or casual?

ピンク is a na-adjective or noun-adjective. It is neutral in register and fits naturally in both casual and polite sentences. Add na before a noun, or use desu for a polite predicate.

How is ピンク written in Japanese?

ピンク is written using katakana. Katakana is typically used for words of foreign origin or to give emphasis.

This word is part of the vocabulary taught in the Japanese language learning game Noun Town, where words are introduced through play rather than memorisation.