🇯🇵 How to say

“bath” in Japanese

お風呂おふろ
Illustration of "bath" in a Japanese cultural setting
A person relaxes in a warm bathtub filled with bubbles, surrounded by candles and a soft towel waiting nearby.

Usage note

お風呂 refers to the bath or bathtub itself and is a common part of the Japanese daily routine, often enjoyed for relaxation. The 'お' prefix makes it polite and is typically used in everyday conversation.

Examples

  • お風呂に入ります。

    I take a bath.

  • お風呂が熱いです。

    The bath is hot.

  • お風呂の後で寝ます。

    I sleep after the bath.

Quick check

What does "お風呂" mean?

  • A. bath
  • B. wind
  • C. rice field
  • D. iron

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