How to Say ‘Main gas valve’ in Japanese
ガスの元栓
gasu no motosen
[GAH-soo noh moh-TOH-sen]
🇯🇵 In Japan: Japanese homes have a gas shut-off valve, usually near the meter or the appliance. After an earthquake or a long absence, a closed valve is a common reason the hot water stops, so it's a standard thing to check.
Phrase Breakdown
ガス
gasu
[GAH-soo]
gas
Loanword for fuel gas used for heating and cooking.
ガスが止まりました。
The gas stopped.
の
no
[noh]
of
A linking particle connecting nouns, like 'of' or showing description.
前の方が見やすいです。
The front area is easier to see from.
元栓
motosen
[moh-TOH-sen]
main valve
The main shut-off valve for gas or water supply.
元栓を閉めてください。
Please close the main valve.
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