japanee

[dʒeɪˈpænɪz]

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to Japan or its people, language, or culture

“The Japanese restaurant served delicious sushi.”

2. noun

a person from Japan

“The Japanese tourist visited the local market.”

3. noun

the language spoken in Japan

“The Japanese language is difficult to learn.”

4. noun

the culture or customs of Japan

“The Japanese culture is rich in history and tradition.”

Synonyms

  • Nipponese
  • Ryukyu

Antonyms

  • foreign
  • non-Japanese