Pronunciation of 'ネクタイ'
The word 'ネクタイ' (nekutai) originates from Japanese and means 'necktie' in English. It is a loanword derived from the English word 'necktie' and refers to the accessory worn around the neck, typically as part of formal attire.
Word Origin
Japanese, borrowed from the English word 'necktie'.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A necktie, an accessory worn around the neck as part of formal attire.
Pronounced as 'nek-tai'. 'Nek' as in 'neck', and 'tai' as in 'tie'.
日本語
ネクタイ、首に巻いて結ぶ装飾品。主にフォーマルな服装に用いられる。
「ネクタイ」は「ne-ku-ta-i」と発音します。「ネ」は「ne」、「ク」は「ku」、「タイ」は「tai」とそれぞれはっきり発音します。