English–Japanese
“affair” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajifurin
Example
彼は不倫を認めました。kare wa fu rin o mito me ma shi ta
He admitted to having an affair.
How to say “affair” in Japanese
“Affair” in Japanese is 不倫 (furin).
Centers on maintaining a romantic bond with someone outside one's marriage, especially when the bond is concealed from a spouse.
Example sentences with 不倫
友人の不倫を知って、彼は驚きました。yū jin no fu rin o shi tte kare wa odoro ki ma shi ta
He was surprised to learn about his friend's affair.
Tips for using 不倫
- In everyday Japanese, 不倫 (furin) usually implies that at least one partner is married, while English affair can also describe a secret relationship without that condition.