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“fire” in Japanese

火ひ
Illustration of "fire" in a Japanese cultural setting
A cozy family living room on a winter evening, where orange flames dance and crackle inside a stone fireplace, casting a warm, flickering glow across the room.

Usage note

火 can mean fire in many contexts, from a campfire to a stove flame. In Japan, fire is also important in festivals and rituals, like lighting lanterns.

Examples

  • 火をつけてください。

    Please light the fire.

  • 火が大きいです。

    The fire is big.

  • 火が消えました。

    The fire went out.

Quick check

What does "火" mean?

  • A. fire
  • B. older brother
  • C. sky
  • D. gold

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