makushita

Questions

What does makushita mean?

The third highest division of professional sumo wrestling, below juryo; the lowest division at which a salary is paid.

Where does makushita come from?

Borrowed from Japanese 幕下.

How to pronounce makushita

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “makushita”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “makushita”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “makushita” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.