Pronunciation of 'アジア'
The word 'アジア' is pronounced as 'a-ji-a' in Japanese, representing the continent of Asia. It is derived from English and other Western languages, adapted into Japanese katakana script.
The word 'アジア' originates from the English word 'Asia,' which itself has roots in Ancient Greek 'Ἀσία' (Asía).
Pronunciation Details
日本語
アジア大陸、世界の七大陸の一つ。
「アジア」は「あ（a）」「じ（ʑi）」「あ（a）」と発音します。各音節をはっきりと発音してください。
English (United States)
Asia, the largest continent on Earth, located primarily in the Eastern and Northern Hemispheres.
Pronounced as 'AY-zhuh' in American English. 'AY' as in 'day,' and 'zhuh' with a soft 'zh' sound as in 'measure.'
Asia, the largest continent on Earth, located primarily in the Eastern and Northern Hemispheres.
Pronounced as 'AY-shuh' in American English. 'AY' as in 'day,' and 'shuh' with a soft 'sh' sound as in 'shoe.'