English–Japanese
“jealous” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajiurayamashii
Example
隣の家の大きな庭が羨ましいです。tonari no ie no ō ki na niwa ga uraya ma shi i de su
I am jealous of the large garden next door.
How to say “jealous” in Japanese
“Jealous” in Japanese is 羨ましい (urayamashii).
Expresses the wish to have the advantage, possession, or good fortune that someone else has.
Example sentences with 羨ましい
海外で働けるなんて、羨ましいです。kai gai de hatara ke ru na n te uraya ma shi i de su
I am jealous that you can work abroad.
Tips for using 羨ましい
- In everyday conversation, 羨ましい (urayamashii) can describe friendly envy, such as wishing for a neighbor's garden, without implying hostility or romantic jealousy.