In this post we’ll go over the meaning of the word Prayer (祈り) in Japanese. I also list out extra vocab, example sentences, as well as links to grammar points I use to help deepen your understanding.
| Kanji | Hiragana | Romaji | Definition |
|---|---|---|---|
| 祈り | いのり | inori | prayer, supplication |
Vocabulary:
1. 信徒 (しんと) – believer, adherent
2. よく – often
Grammar:
Example Sentence:
信徒だったら、よく祈りをしたほうがいいと思う。
I think, you should pray often if you’re a believer.
Example Verses:
“呼び求めるわたしに答えてください わたしの正しさを認めてくださる神よ。 苦難から解き放ってください 憐れんで、祈りを聞いてください。” – 詩編 4:2
“Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have relieved me in my distress; Have mercy on me, and hear my prayer.” – Psalms 4:1
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