English–Japanese
“middle finger” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajinakayubi
Example
鉛筆を親指と中指で持ちます。en pitsu o oya yubi to naka yubi de mo chi ma su
I hold the pencil with my thumb and middle finger.
How to say “middle finger” in Japanese
“Middle finger” in Japanese is 中指 (nakayubi).
Refers to the finger at the center of the hand, between the index and ring fingers.
Example sentences with 中指
スマートフォンは中指で支えると、片手で持ちやすくなります。su mā to fo n wa naka yubi de sasa e ru to kata te de mo chi ya su ku na ri ma su
Supporting a smartphone with your middle finger makes it easier to hold with one hand.
Tips for using 中指
- In English, middle finger can mean the digit itself or an insulting hand gesture, so the context determines which meaning applies.