English–Japanese
“international student” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajiryūgakusei
Example
大学に留学生がいます。dai gaku ni ryū gaku sei ga i ma su
There is an international student at the university.
How to say “international student” in Japanese
“International student” in Japanese is 留学生 (ryūgakusei).
Describes a student who studies in a foreign country, focusing on the person's status as a learner away from home.
Example sentences with 留学生
私は留学生に日本語を教えています。watashi wa ryū gaku sei ni nihon go o oshi e te i ma su
I am teaching Japanese to an international student.
Tips for using 留学生
- In Japanese, 留学生 (ryūgakusei) can refer broadly to both degree-seeking international students and temporary exchange students.