English–Japanese

“crotch” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajimata

Example

ズボンの股が破れました。zu bo n no mata ga yabu re ma shi ta

The crotch of my pants tore.

Illustration for 股 (crotch)

How to say “crotch” in Japanese

“Crotch” in Japanese is 股 (mata).

Describes the junction where the legs meet the body and the corresponding area in clothing.

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

Example sentences with 股

自転車に乗ると、ズボンの股がサドルに擦れやすいです。ji ten sha ni no ru to zu bo n no mata ga sa do ru ni su re ya su i de su

When I ride a bicycle, the crotch of my pants tends to rub against the saddle.

Tips for using 股

  • In everyday Japanese, 股 (mata) covers both the bodily area and the matching part of trousers, so it appears naturally in comments about fit, comfort, or tears.

“crotch” in other languages