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How to Say ‘October tenth’ in Japanese

十月十日

じゅうがつとおか

💬 Usage Tip: This date is a fun symmetry: both numbers use [十] (juu), which means 'ten'.

🇯🇵 In Japan: October 10th was historically considered a lucky day, often chosen for athletic meets and weddings.

Word-by-Word Breakdown

じゅう

[juu]

ten

The number ten.

Example

十日に試験があります。

There is an exam on the 10th.

がつ

[gatsu]

month

A unit of time corresponding to approximately one-twelfth of a year, used in calendars.

Example

十月は涼しいです。

October is cool.

とお

[too]

ten

The number ten.

Example

十日に試験があります。

There is an exam on the 10th.

[ka]

day

A unit of time, forming part of a calendar.

Example

今日は大事な日です。

Today is an important day.

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