イングリッシュ

ingurisshu
nounBeginnerLoanword from Englishイングリッシュ
informal

The English language, often used in Japanese to refer to English as a subject of study or as a foreign language

彼はイングリッシュが上手です

He is good at English

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In Japanese, 'イングリッシュ' is commonly used to refer to the English language, especially in educational contexts. It is a katakana loanword from English.

Collocations

イングリッシュを勉強するto study Englishイングリッシュで話すto speak in English

Synonyms

💡Pro Tip

Usage in Education

'イングリッシュ' is often used in Japanese to refer to English language classes or study materials.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the English word 'English', borrowed into Japanese as a katakana loanword

📝Usage Notes

'イングリッシュ' is more commonly used in informal contexts, while '英語' is the standard term in formal writing and education.

Word Breakdown

イングリッシュ
English (language)
loanword
和英辞典