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japoneses

hah-poh-NEH-sehs/xapoˈneses/

Japanese

A collection of Japanese cultural items, including two red paper lanterns and several stylized folding fans, resting near pink cherry blossoms.

📝 In Action

Los coches japoneses son muy fiables.

A2

The Japanese cars are very reliable.

Me encantan los jardines japoneses.

A1

I love Japanese gardens.

Word Connections

Common Collocations

  • productos japoneses – Japanese products
  • diseños japoneses – Japanese designs

Japanese people

Also: Japanese men
NounmA1
Two adults, a man and a woman, dressed in traditional Japanese kimonos, performing a respectful bow toward each other.

📝 In Action

Los japoneses son conocidos por su gran cortesía.

A1

The Japanese are known for their great courtesy.

En la reunión había muchos japoneses y americanos.

B1

There were many Japanese and Americans at the meeting.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • nipones (Nipponese (poetic/less common))

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "japoneses" in Spanish:

japanese→japanese men→japanese people→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: japoneses

Question 1 of 2

Which sentence correctly uses 'japoneses' to refer to a mixed group of men and women?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼
japonés(Japanese (masculine singular)) — Adjective / Noun
japonesa(Japanese (feminine singular)) — Adjective / Noun
Japón(Japan) — Noun
🎵 Rhymes▼
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📚 Etymology▼

The word comes directly from the country's name, 'Japón,' which itself traces back through European languages (like Portuguese) to early Chinese dialects meaning 'origin of the sun'—a nod to Japan's geographic location to the east.

First recorded: 16th century (in Spanish)

Cognates (Related words)

Portuguese: japonesesFrench: japonais

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is 'japoneses' used for both men and mixed groups?

In Spanish, the masculine plural form (ending in -os or -es) is the default way to refer to a group that contains people of both genders. It's the inclusive form.

Do I capitalize 'japoneses'?

No. Unlike English, Spanish does not capitalize words for nationalities or languages unless they start a sentence.