Translation guide
Seiko is a well-known Japanese brand name and a common given name. As a brand, it is usually left as 'Seiko' in English. As a personal name, it is used directly, but learners should be aware of pronunciation and cultural context.
Referring to the Japanese company Seiko, known for watches and other products.
The standard katakana rendering of the brand name, used in Japanese as well.
セイコーの時計は高品質です。
Seiko watches are high quality.
Referring to a person named Seiko. In Japanese, the name can be written with various kanji combinations.
When addressing or referring to someone named Seiko, use the name directly. The pronunciation is 'Seiko' (せいこ), but the kanji may vary (e.g., 聖子, 清子, 正子). In formal situations, add さん (san).
聖子さんは私の友達です。
Seiko is my friend.
The Japanese pronunciation of 'Seiko' is 'say-koh', not 'see-koh'. The 'ei' is a long 'e' sound, similar to 'say' without the 'y' glide.