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In Japanese culture, kanji are characters that originated from Chinese script, and the meaning of a name changes depending on the kanji characters chosen. Even surnames with the same pronunciation can have different meanings based on the kanji used. Below are the kanji choices for "Masubuchi," sorted by the number of households in Japan that use each variation.
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増 means "increase, growth, expansion."
Increase - To make more of something, to add to the amount or number.
Accumulate - To pile up, to add one thing on top of another.
Progressively - To become more and more, to advance further.
淵 means "abyss, deep pool, profound, deep end."
Deep - Refers to a place that is deep in water or has a deep depth.
Quiet - Refers to a place that is peaceful and serene.
Gathering Place - Refers to a place where many things come together.
Mysterious - Refers to a place that is mysterious and has an air of mystery.
Serene - Refers to a place that is tranquil and peaceful.
増 means "increase, growth, expansion."
Increase - To make more of something, to add to the amount or number.
Accumulate - To pile up, to add one thing on top of another.
Progressively - To become more and more, to advance further.
渕 means "edge, deep pool, quiet."
鱒 means "trout, salmonid fish."
Salmon - A fish of the Salmonidae family.
淵 means "abyss, deep pool, profound, deep end."
Deep - Refers to a place that is deep in water or has a deep depth.
Quiet - Refers to a place that is peaceful and serene.
Gathering Place - Refers to a place where many things come together.
Mysterious - Refers to a place that is mysterious and has an air of mystery.
Serene - Refers to a place that is tranquil and peaceful.
桝 means "masu, square container, theater box."
Masu - A square container used for measuring the volume of things.
Theater Box - A square partition for audience seats in theaters, such as plays and sumo, or the seats themselves.
淵 means "abyss, deep pool, profound, deep end."
Deep - Refers to a place that is deep in water or has a deep depth.
Quiet - Refers to a place that is peaceful and serene.
Gathering Place - Refers to a place where many things come together.
Mysterious - Refers to a place that is mysterious and has an air of mystery.
Serene - Refers to a place that is tranquil and peaceful.
舛 means "deviate, mix, measure."
Deviate, Contradict, Disagree - To go against or to differ in opinion or action.
Mismatch - To be at variance, disagreeing in a noticeable way.
Mix, Confuse, Disorder - To be mixed up or thrown into chaos.
Measure - In use as a term for a Japanese traditional measure, "升(masu)".
淵 means "abyss, deep pool, profound, deep end."
Deep - Refers to a place that is deep in water or has a deep depth.
Quiet - Refers to a place that is peaceful and serene.
Gathering Place - Refers to a place where many things come together.
Mysterious - Refers to a place that is mysterious and has an air of mystery.
Serene - Refers to a place that is tranquil and peaceful.
益 means "benefit, profit, gain."
渕 means "edge, deep pool, quiet."
升 means "measuring box, square wooden box for measuring grain."
A measuring tool for measuring the volume of grains and other items.
To rise or ascend.
To ripen or mature.
淵 means "abyss, deep pool, profound, deep end."
Deep - Refers to a place that is deep in water or has a deep depth.
Quiet - Refers to a place that is peaceful and serene.
Gathering Place - Refers to a place where many things come together.
Mysterious - Refers to a place that is mysterious and has an air of mystery.
Serene - Refers to a place that is tranquil and peaceful.
益 means "benefit, profit, gain."
淵 means "abyss, deep pool, profound, deep end."
Deep - Refers to a place that is deep in water or has a deep depth.
Quiet - Refers to a place that is peaceful and serene.
Gathering Place - Refers to a place where many things come together.
Mysterious - Refers to a place that is mysterious and has an air of mystery.
Serene - Refers to a place that is tranquil and peaceful.
桝 means "masu, square container, theater box."
Masu - A square container used for measuring the volume of things.
Theater Box - A square partition for audience seats in theaters, such as plays and sumo, or the seats themselves.
渕 means "edge, deep pool, quiet."
舛 means "deviate, mix, measure."
Deviate, Contradict, Disagree - To go against or to differ in opinion or action.
Mismatch - To be at variance, disagreeing in a noticeable way.
Mix, Confuse, Disorder - To be mixed up or thrown into chaos.
Measure - In use as a term for a Japanese traditional measure, "升(masu)".
渕 means "edge, deep pool, quiet."
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What is Hiragana?
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What is Katakana?
Katakana is also a Japanese syllabary. Basically, the characters don't have any meaning by themselves, they only represent the sounds.
Japanese try to express the words came from foreign languages with the most similar sounds in Japanese using Katakana.
What is English Transcription?
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Japanese Style Nickname
In Japan, nicknames are commonly used to express familiarity and affection. Here are key features and contexts:
Shortened Forms: Names are often shortened for ease and intimacy, such as 'Yuki' from 'Yukiko' or 'Taka' from 'Takashi'.
Suffixes: Terms like 'chan' for girls and 'kun' for boys are added to names among close friends and family. However, 'chan' can also be used for boys during childhood. Additionally, among adults who are very close, like best friends, 'chan' may still be used to convey affection and familiarity. More Details
Usage and Cultural Aspects: Nicknames are typically used in informal settings among friends, family, or close colleagues, and are not suitable for formal or professional environments. The use of a nickname suggests a degree of intimacy and should reflect the nature of the relationship. Young people often demonstrate creativity in their social interactions by crafting unique nicknames.
Note: In Japanese, the long vowel sound is indicated by a special character called a "chōonpu" (長音符), which looks like a horizontal dash (ー). This character serves to extend the duration of the vowel sound immediately preceding it. For instance, in the name "あーちゃん" (A-chan), the "あ" (A) is extended, producing a prolonged "ah" sound, similar to the "a" in "father."
Households?
The names are sorted by the number of Japanese households where the surname is used.
The more households there are, the more famous and common the surname is.
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