How to say "Tape" in Japanese | セロテープ
If you are wondering what's the Japanese word for "Tape" you've come to the right place!
the Japanese word for "Tape" is "Seroteepu", written in japanese as "セロテープ".
Here's a more detailed explanation:
The Japanese noun 'セロテープ (seroteepu)' refers to 'tape', specifically clear adhesive tape commonly used for sticking paper or wrapping gifts. The term is derived from the brand name 'Cellotape', which became a generic term for this type of tape in Japan. Example sentences: Please stick this with tape「これをセロテープで貼ってください」(これをせろてーぷではってください). I need tape to wrap this present「このプレゼントを包むのにセロテープが必要です」(このぷれぜんとをつつむのにせろてーぷがひつようです).
Now, let's make sure you understand this word the other way around too.
What does "Seroteepu" mean in japanese?
"Seroteepu" means "Tape" .
To make really sure you learn this word, We've prepared an interactive lesson for you. You are going to learn the readings and meanings of this word and of the characters that comprise it.
But first, you need to know a little bit about Hiragana and Katakana.
Hiragana and katakana are japanese syllabaries, this means that each character represents a syllable.
This are the characters you need to know for this lesson:
The katakana "セ" is read as "se". The katakana "ロ" is read as "ro". The katakana "テ" is read as "te". And The katakana "プ" is read as "pu".