English–Japanese
“bug” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajimushi
Example
机の上に虫がいます。tsukue no ue ni mushi ga i ma su
There is a bug on the desk.
How to say “bug” in Japanese
“Bug” in Japanese is 虫 (mushi).
Refers to a small creature, especially an insect, without specifying its exact kind.
Example sentences with 虫
庭で虫を見つけました。niwa de mushi o mi tsu ke ma shi ta
I found a bug in the garden.
窓を開けたら、虫が入ってきました。mado o a ke ta ra mushi ga hai tte ki ma shi ta
When I opened the window, a bug came in.
Tips for using 虫
- In everyday Japanese, 虫 (mushi) often refers to insects in general, so a more specific word is added when the kind matters.