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How to Say ‘Square shape’ in Japanese

四角形

しかくけい

💬 Usage Tip: The kanji [四] means four and [角] means corner, making it 'four corners' literally.

🇯🇵 In Japan: Squares are commonly used in tatami mat arrangements in Japanese homes and tea rooms.

Word-by-Word Breakdown

四角しかく

[shikaku]

Square

A shape with four equal sides and angles.

Example

四角の箱があります。

There is a square box.

けい

[kei]

Shape

The form or outline of an object.

Example

四角形の板を買いました。

I bought a square-shaped board.

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