身長
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Noun meaning 'height' or 'stature' of a person. Used to describe physical height, often measured in centimeters. Example: 『彼の身長は高いです』 (kare no shinchou wa takai desu, 'His height is tall.').
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User and their coworker Mika are chatting during a break at the office, discussing health and fitness routines.
身長
しんちょう
height (of body), stature
People & IdentityFamily & Personal Relationships
Memory Hook
Imagine measuring your height with a ruler. The word 『身長』 (shinchou, 'height') sounds like 'shin' (as in shin bone) and 'chou' (like 'chow' for food) — think: 'Shin chow' to remember it's about body height!
Cultural Note
In Japan, height is often discussed in contexts like health check-ups or sports. People might ask 『身長は何センチですか？』 (shinchou wa nan senchi desu ka?, 'What is your height in centimeters?') as a common way to inquire about stature.
Forms
Base: 身長Noun meaning 'height' or 'stature' of a person. Used to describe physical height, often measured in centimeters. Example: 『彼の身長は高いです』 (kare no shinchou wa takai desu, 'His height is tall.').