How to Pronounce "meiji"
word
ˈmeɪˌdʒi
MAY-jee
ˈmeɪdʒi
MAY-jee
Definition
Meiji most commonly refers to the period in Japanese history from 1868 to 1912 when Japan modernized rapidly under Emperor Meiji. It can also refer to the emperor himself or other things named after him, such as companies.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪˌdʒi
British English
ˈmeɪdʒi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAY-jee
UK
MAY-jee
Listen in Context
The Meiji period changed Japanese society.
Meiji was the name of a Japanese emperor.
Many companies in Japan are called Meiji.
You’ll find a lot of old buildings from the Meiji era in Tokyo.