自転車
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Noun meaning 'bicycle'. It combines 『自』 (ji, 'self'), 『転』 (ten, 'rotate'), and 『車』 (sha, 'vehicle') — literally 'self-rotating vehicle'. Used as a standalone noun in sentences, e.g., 『自転車で行きます』 (jitensha de ikimasu, 'I go by bicycle').
Theme
In a park, User and their neighbor Mika are talking about transportation options for commuting to work.
自転車
じてんしゃ
bicycle
Locations & NavigationTransport & Stations
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'jitensha' (自転車) that you ride yourself — 'ji' sounds like 'gee' as in 'gee, I can ride this bike myself!' Self-rotating vehicle → 自転車 (jitensha, 'bicycle').
Cultural Note
In Japan, bicycles are a common mode of transport for short distances, especially in cities. You'll see many 『駐輪場』 (chuurinjou, 'bicycle parking lots') near stations. It's polite to lock your bike properly to avoid fines.
Forms
Base: 自転車Noun meaning 'bicycle'. It combines 『自』 (ji, 'self'), 『転』 (ten, 'rotate'), and 『車』 (sha, 'vehicle') — literally 'self-rotating vehicle'. Used as a standalone noun in sentences, e.g., 『自転車で行きます』 (jitensha de ikimasu, 'I go by bicycle').