斧
ono[o̞no̞]
The Japanese word for "axe" is 斧 (ono). Wiktionary also lists アックス (akkusu).
Meaning: tool (noun)
Ways to say it
| Japanese | Romanization (Wiktionary) | IPA |
|---|---|---|
| 斧 | ono | [o̞no̞] (narrow) [jo̞kʲi] (narrow) |
| アックス | akkusu | [a̠k̚kɯ̟sɨ] (narrow) |
Which one should you use?
While 斧 (ono) refers to the traditional tool, the katakana form アックス (akkusu) is often used in modern contexts, such as in video games or fantasy settings.
Related words
How do you pronounce it?
ono
Did you know?
- In traditional Japanese woodworking, an 斧 was often used not just for chopping wood but for the precision shaping of logs before the widespread use of the plane.
- While 斧 is the standard term, historical records like the Shinsen Jikyō from around 900 CE show an older pronunciation, yoki, which is still found in some regional dialects.
Examples in context
- 私は今まで斧を使った事がなかった。Until now I've never used an axe.This sentence is useful for expressing that you have never used an 斧 before.Tatoeba #1434591 by marcelostockle, translation #1435603 by mattpbooth
- 田中さん、斧をお貸しください。Mr./Ms. Tanaka, please lend me the axe.
- 遊びにきたんだ、斧を持ってきたよ。I came to play, and I brought an axe with me.
- 大工さんに頼んで、斧で木を割ってもらった。I asked a carpenter to split the wood with an axe for me.
- 山へ登るときは、必ず斧を持って行きます。When climbing mountains, always bring an axe with you.
- 斧の使い方を覚えるのは簡単じゃない。Learning how to use an axe is not easy.
- この斧はとても重いですね。Kono ono wa totemo omoi desu ne.This axe is very heavy, isn't it?
- キャンプのために新しい斧を買った。Kyanpu no tame ni atarashii ono o katta.I bought a new axe for camping.
Example conversation
Hiyori and Hiroto are preparing for a campfire.
- 陽葵 Himari大翔、斧はどこにある？Hiroto, ono wa doko ni aru?Hiroto, where is the axe?
- 大翔 Hirotoあそこの道具箱の中にあるよ。Asoko no dōgu-bako no naka ni aru yo.It's inside the toolbox over there.
- 陽葵 Himari見つけた。これで枝を切るね。Mitsuketa. Kore de eda o kiru ne.I found it. I'll cut the branches with this.
- 大翔 Hiroto危ないから気をつけてね。Abunai kara ki o tsukete ne.Be careful because it's dangerous.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “axe” translations and entries 斧, アックス, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries アックス, 斧, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
