word
Japanese
hanami
hah-NAH-mee
hɑːˈnɑːmiːListen
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Syllable breakdown
hanami
Dictionary meaning
The Japanese custom of enjoying the transient beauty of flowers, especially cherry blossoms, by picnicking beneath them.
History and origin
Japanese — 'hana' (flower) + 'mi' (viewing).
Common mispronunciations
HAN-ah-meehay-NAH-mee
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