English Word · Intermediate
ukiyo-e
A Japanese painting or woodblock print depicting everyday life
Pronunciation: /uːˌkiːjəʊˈeɪ/
Meaning
A Japanese painting or woodblock print depicting everyday life.
Example
Like many Ukiyo-e artists, Jacoulet hires woodcarvers and printers to convert his ideas into prints.
Like many Ukiyo-e artists, Jacoulet hires woodcarvers and printers to convert his ideas into prints.
Practice tips
- Practice ukiyo-e out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.