English–Japanese
“delicious” in Japanese
How to say “delicious” in Japanese
“Delicious” in Japanese is おいしい (oishii). おいしい can also mean “yummy”.
Describes something that gives a pleasing taste and makes eating or drinking it enjoyable.
Example sentences with おいしい
このいちごはおいしいです。ko no i chi go wa o i shi i de su
This strawberry is yummy.
このスープは野菜の味がして、とてもおいしいです。ko no sū pu wa ya sai no aji ga shi te to te mo o i shi i de su
This soup has a vegetable flavor and is very tasty.
Tips for using おいしい
- The expression おいしい話 (oishii hanashi) uses this word figuratively for an appealing deal or opportunity.
Other Japanese words for “delicious”
この料理はうまいです。ko no ryō ri wa u ma i de su
This dish is delicious.