Pronunciation of 'ポケット'
The word 'ポケット' (pocket) originates from English and is borrowed into Japanese (日本語) as a loanword. It refers to a small pouch sewn into clothing for carrying items. Below are the pronunciations and meanings in both Japanese and English.
Word Origin
The word 'ポケット' originates from English 'pocket' and is adapted into Japanese as a loanword.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A small pouch sewn into clothing, used for carrying items.
Pronounced as 'PAH-kit', with stress on the first syllable. 'PAH' as in 'paw', and 'kit' as in 'kit'.
日本語
衣服に縫い付けられた小さな袋状の部分。物を入れるために使われる。
「ポケット」は「po-ke-tto」と発音します。「ポ」は「po」、「ケ」は「ke」、「ット」は「tto」とそれぞれはっきり発音します。