English–Japanese

“be excellent” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajisugureru

Example

彼は数学に優れています。kare wa sū gaku ni sugu re te i ma su

He excels at math.

Illustration for 優れる (be excellent)

How to say “be excellent” in Japanese

“Be excellent” in Japanese is 優れる (sugureru).

Expresses that someone or something has a notably high level of ability, quality, or performance compared with others.

Full entry for 優れる: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 優れる

彼の記憶力は優れています。kare no ki oku ryoku wa sugu re te i ma su

His memory is excellent.

Tips for using 優れる

  • In everyday descriptions, 優れた (sugureta) is often used with words for skills, products, or qualities, making it useful for praising their high level.

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