English–Japanese
“manly” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajiotokorashii
Example
彼はとても男らしい人です。kare wa to te mo otoko ra shi i hito de su
He is a very manly person.
How to say “manly” in Japanese
“Manly” in Japanese is 男らしい (otokorashii).
Describes a person or manner that suggests strength, resolve, or other qualities traditionally associated with men.
Example sentences with 男らしい
彼は失敗しても男らしく謝りました。kare wa ship pai shi te mo otoko ra shi ku ayama ri ma shi ta
Even after making a mistake, he apologized like a man.
Tips for using 男らしい
- In conversational English, manly often praises strength or toughness, but its gendered tone can make it less neutral than masculine in modern usage.