English–Japanese
“index finger” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajihitosashiyubi
Example
人差し指で地図を指します。hito sa shi yubi de chi zu o sa shi ma su
I point at the map with my index finger.
How to say “index finger” in Japanese
“Index finger” in Japanese is 人差し指 (hitosashiyubi).
It centers on the finger beside the thumb being extended to single out a person or thing.
Example sentences with 人差し指
スマートフォンの小さなボタンを人差し指で押します。su mā to fo n no chii sa na bo ta n o hito sa shi yubi de o shi ma su
I press the small button on my smartphone with my index finger.
Tips for using 人差し指
- English speakers often mention the index finger when describing touchscreen actions such as tapping or swiping, not only when pointing at something.