Expressing Emotions in Japanese!

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Expressing Emotions in Japanese!

\ Learn Essential Phrases to Talk about Emotions in Daily Conversations /

When learning Japanese, polite expressions like “Arigatou” (Thank you) or “Sumimasen” (Excuse me) are often learned first. But being able to say things like “I’m happy!” “This is fun!” “I’m sad…” “I’m irritated!” is just as important when expressing your true feelings. In this material, you’ll learn useful phrases related to basic emotions—joy, anger, sadness, and fun—as they appear in daily conversation. You’ll also pick up tips on how to express your emotions naturally in Japanese.

喜怒哀楽(きどあいらく)

“Kidoairaku” (喜怒哀楽) means the four basic human feelings:
喜: joy (being happy), 怒: anger (being mad), 哀: sadness (feeling down), and 楽: fun (enjoying something). This word shows how people feel different emotions in daily life. It helps you understand and talk about your feelings in Japanese.

Learning Tips

In Japanese, it’s natural to express emotions gently. If you speak too strongly, it might sound harsh to others. It’s also important to show care for the other person by using polite words like “thank you” or “sorry.” Facial expressions and tone of voice help your feelings come across more clearly.

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What You’ll Learn with This Resource

In everyday life, being able to express your feelings and emotional states in Japanese is essential for building deeper relationships and smooth communication. This resource teaches you how to talk about your emotions clearly and politely, whether you’re feeling happy, sad, surprised, or concerned. With example phrases and practical situations, you’ll be able to use expressions like 「うれしいです(Ureshii desu)」 (I’m happy), 「ごめんなさい(Gomennasai)」 (I’m sorry), and 「あんしんしました(Anshin shimashita)」 (I felt relieved) with natural tone and accuracy.

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Recommended Level

Lower-Intermediate (JLPT N4): Recommended for learners who have already mastered basic conversational expressions and wish to express their emotions and feelings more richly.