English–Japanese

“catchphrase” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajikuchiguse

Example

姉の口癖は「本当に？」です。ane no kuchi guse wa hon tō ni de su

My sister's catchphrase is "Really?"

Illustration for 口癖 (catchphrase)

How to say “catchphrase” in Japanese

“Catchphrase” in Japanese is 口癖 (kuchiguse).

Refers to a repeated word or expression that marks a person's usual way of speaking.

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

Example sentences with 口癖

会話の中で相手の口癖に気づきました。kai wa no naka de ai te no kuchi guse ni ki zu ki ma shi ta

I noticed the other person's catchphrase during the conversation.

Tips for using 口癖

  • A catchphrase may be deliberately memorable in English, but it can also refer to a phrase repeated habitually without any intention to entertain.

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