Pronunciation of 'ガイド'
The word 'ガイド' is a Japanese term that means 'guide' in English. It is used to refer to a person who provides assistance or information, or a manual or handbook. Below are the pronunciations and meanings in Japanese and English.
Word Origin
The word 'ガイド' originates from English 'guide' and is adapted into Japanese katakana script.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A person who leads or directs others, or a manual providing information.
Pronounced as 'gahyd', with a long 'i' sound as in 'ride'.
日本語
案内人や手引き書を指す言葉。英語の「guide」からの外来語。
「ガイド」は「がいど」と発音します。「が」は濁音で「ga」、「い」は「i」、「ど」は濁音で「do」と発音します。