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天然
tennen
What does "天然" mean in English?
naturalこれは天然の素材で作られています。
This is made from natural materials.
How to use "天然" correctly: definitions and examples in English?
general
Natural, occurring in nature without artificial intervention.
天然の食品は健康に良いです。
Natural foods are good for your health.
Often used to describe food, materials, or phenomena that are not artificially produced.
general
Innate, natural (referring to abilities or qualities).
彼は天然の才能を持っている。
He has a natural talent.
Used to describe inherent or inborn qualities.
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Pro Tip
Common Usage
天然 is often used to describe food, materials, or beauty that is unaltered by humans.
Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
While positive, overusing 天然 in marketing can make claims seem exaggerated.
Word Origin
Composed of '天' (heaven, sky) and '然' (so, thus), originally meaning 'as it is in nature'.
Usage Notes
Can refer to both physical naturalness and innate qualities. Often used in marketing to emphasize purity or authenticity.
Word Breakdown
天
heaven, sky
root然
so, thus
root和英辞典