English–Japanese

“loud voice” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiōgoe

Example

電車の中では大声で話しません。den sha no naka de wa ō goe de hana shi ma se n

I do not talk loudly on the train.

Illustration for 大声 (loud voice)

How to say “loud voice” in Japanese

“Loud voice” in Japanese is 大声 (ōgoe).

Describes a voice that is produced with enough volume to be heard clearly across a space.

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

Example sentences with 大声

図書館では大声を出さないでください。to sho kan de wa ō goe o da sa na i de ku da sa i

Please do not speak loudly in the library.

Tips for using 大声

  • In everyday Japanese, 大声で話す (ōgoe de hanasu) is a common pattern for describing loud speech, especially in public places where quiet behavior matters.

“loud voice” in other languages