English–Japanese
“great” in Japanese
How to say “great” in Japanese
“Great” in Japanese is 最高 (saikō). 最高 can also mean “best”.
Describes something that reaches an exceptionally high level and feels outstanding.
Example sentences with 最高
この絵は最高です。ko no e wa sai kō de su
This picture is the best.
この映画は家族で見ると最高です。ko no ei ga wa ka zoku de mi ru to sai kō de su
This movie is great to watch with the family.
Tips for using 最高
- In casual Japanese, 最高 (saikō) can stand alone as an enthusiastic reaction to a great experience, song, meal, or other enjoyable thing.
Other Japanese words for “great”
彼女は偉大な指導者です。kano jo wa i dai na shi dō sha de su
She is a great leader.
最後までやったのはえらいです。sai go ma de ya tta no wa e ra i de su
It is great that you finished it.