🇯🇵 How to say

“mountain” in Japanese

山やま
Illustration of "mountain" in a Japanese cultural setting
A family hikes along a forest trail, looking up at a large, green mountain covered in trees. The peak is hidden by soft, white clouds.

Usage note

This is one of the first words many people learn in Japanese, and it's used just like 'mountain' in English. Many famous Japanese mountains, like Mount Fuji (富士山), are considered sacred and are popular for hiking and sightseeing.

Examples

  • あの山は高いです。

    That mountain is tall.

  • 山にのぼります。

    I will climb the mountain.

  • 山がきれいですね。

    The mountain is beautiful, isn't it?

Quick check

What does "山" mean?

  • A. mountain
  • B. post office
  • C. mouth
  • D. back

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