English–Japanese

“gorgeous” in Japanese

Japanese

Alsoきらびやか (kirabiyaka)

Pronunciation

Romajihanayaka

Example

彼女の着物は華やかです。kano jo no ki mono wa hana ya ka de su

Her kimono is gorgeous.

Illustration for 華やか (gorgeous)

How to say “gorgeous” in Japanese

“Gorgeous” in Japanese is 華やか (hanayaka).

Expresses a vivid, attractive presence that stands out in a pleasing way.

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

Example sentences with 華やか

その店は華やかな内装で、多くの客を引きつけています。so no mise wa hana ya ka na nai sō de ō ku no kyaku o hi ki tsu ke te i ma su

That store attracts many customers with its glamorous interior.

Tips for using 華やか

  • In conversation, 華やか (hanayaka) can describe an event or atmosphere as well as clothing, so it often conveys a lively and elegant overall impression.

Other Japanese words for “gorgeous”

そのドレスはきらびやかです。so no do re su wa ki ra bi ya ka de su

That dress is gorgeous.

“gorgeous” in other languages