名字
みょうじ
myouji
nounVocabularyLevel 72 - JLPT N2

Quick answer

名字 (みょうじ (myouji)) means "surname". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

surname

Also : last name · family name

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

The word 名字 (みょうじ) means 'surname'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of surname.

Example Sentences

私は名字が好きです。

わたしはみょうじがすきです。

I like surname.

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