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“star” in Japanese

星ほし
Illustration of "star" in a Japanese cultural setting
A clear night sky filled with countless twinkling stars, with a few visible constellations. The moon is absent, making the stars appear especially bright against the dark expanse.

Usage note

星 refers to stars in the sky, and is commonly used in weather-related contexts to describe clear nights. It's a simple, everyday word that appears in many children's songs and stories.

Examples

  • 今夜は星がきれいです。

    The stars are beautiful tonight.

  • 星がたくさん見えます。

    I can see many stars.

  • 星を見るのが好きです。

    I like looking at stars.

Quick check

What does "星" mean?

  • A. star
  • B. rice (uncooked)
  • C. pig
  • D. frog

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