Feelings in Japanese
The most common Japanese phrases for feelings are “うれしいです。” (I'm happy.), “すごい!” (That's great!), “心配しないで。” (Don't worry.), “会いたいです。” (I miss you.) and “今は気分がいいです。” (I feel better now.). Below are all 30, grouped by situation, each with its English meaning. Tap any one to hear it.
How you feel
Happy, tired, nervous, lonely: say it in one short sentence.
- #271 うれしいです。 I'm happy.
- #272 悲しいです。 I'm sad.
- #273 疲れました。 I'm tired.
- #274 退屈です。 I'm bored.
- #275 わくわくします。 I'm excited.
- #276 緊張しています。 I'm nervous.
- #277 怒っています。 I'm angry.
- #278 心配です。 I'm worried.
- #279 怖いです。 I'm scared.
- #280 驚きました。 I'm surprised.
- #281 リラックスしています。 I'm relaxed.
- #282 ストレスを感じています。 I'm stressed.
- #298 恥ずかしいです。 I'm embarrassed.
- #299 寂しいです。 I feel lonely.
Reacting to news
What you say when you hear something good, bad or funny.
- #285 すごい! That's great!
- #286 ひどい。 That's terrible.
- #288 がっかりしました。 I'm disappointed.
- #292 これは笑わせます。 This makes me laugh.
- #297 面白い。 That's funny.
Comforting someone
Words for a friend who needs them.
- #284 心配しないで。 Don't worry.
- #287 とても誇りに思います。 I'm so proud of you.
- #296 元気出して。 Cheer up!
- #300 大丈夫です。 Everything will be fine.
Love and likes
Tell someone you miss them, love them, or like the song.
- #289 会いたいです。 I miss you.
- #290 愛してる。 I love you.
- #291 この歌が好きです。 I like this song.
Feeling unwell
Say you are not well, and that you need to rest.
- #283 今は気分がいいです。 I feel better now.
- #293 体調が悪いです。 I'm not feeling well.
- #294 頭が痛いです。 My head hurts.
- #295 休む必要があります。 I need to rest.
Know them. Then say them without freezing.
333 Sentences takes you through these one at a time: hear it, build it, fill the gap, say it and compare with the native voice.
Questions about Japanese phrases for feelings
What are the most common Japanese phrases for feelings?
The most common Japanese phrases for feelings are “うれしいです。” (I'm happy.), “すごい!” (That's great!), “心配しないで。” (Don't worry.), “会いたいです。” (I miss you.) and “今は気分がいいです。” (I feel better now.). All 30 are on this page, grouped by situation.
How do I learn to say these Japanese phrases?
Practice in the app, one at a time: hear it, build it from its words, fill the gap, then say it and compare with the native audio.
Are these Japanese phrases free?
Yes. Every sentence on this page and its audio is free to read and hear. In the app the first 3 sentences are free; one payment opens the rest.