嫁

よめ
yome

daughter-in-law, bride

Alsowife (casual)

What does 嫁 mean?

嫁 is a Japanese noun meaning “daughter-in-law” or “bride” in English. It can also be translated as “wife (casual)” depending on context. It is written as 嫁 in kanji, よめ in hiragana, and yome in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N3 vocabulary.

Example sentences

息子の嫁はとても料理が上手だ。

My daughter-in-law is a very good cook.

うちの嫁が今日は早く帰ってこいと言っている。

The wife says I have to come home early today.

Words sharing kanji with 嫁

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