How to say "pro" in Japanese
Choosing the right word
- no-adjectiveThe all-purpose word for 'pro' or 'professional', covering any field, sports included. A shortened form and a common word, it is what you want in most everyday situations.
- プロ選手プロせんしゅnounA professional player in sports — a pro athlete. It is less common than プロ, and even when talking about athletes, プロ on its own is usually the word you want.
Use 「プロ」 for 'pro' or 'professional' in any field, sports included; use 「プロ選手」 when you mean a professional sports player specifically, though 「プロ」 alone is the more common choice.
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