English–Japanese

“buff” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajimania

Example

姉は映画マニアです。ane wa ei ga ma ni a de su

My sister is a movie buff.

Illustration for マニア (buff)

How to say “buff” in Japanese

“Buff” in Japanese is マニア (mania).

Refers to someone who pursues a particular interest with unusual intensity and knows its details well.

Full entry for マニア: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with マニア

この展示会は鉄道マニアを対象にしています。ko no ten ji kai wa tetsu dō ma ni a o tai shō ni shi te i ma su

This exhibition is aimed at railroad buffs.

Tips for using マニア

  • The English word mania can suggest a temporary craze, but Japanese マニア (mania) often describes a person with lasting expertise and dedication in one area.

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