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“nostalgic” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajinatsukashii

Example

昔の友達に会うと、懐かしい気持ちになります。mukashi no tomo dachi ni a u to natsu ka shi i ki mo chi ni na ri ma su

When I meet old friends, I feel nostalgic.

Illustration for 懐かしい (nostalgic)

How to say “nostalgic” in Japanese

“Nostalgic” in Japanese is 懐かしい (natsukashii).

Describes something from the past that brings back a sense of familiar warmth and personal attachment.

Full entry for 懐かしい: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 懐かしい

この曲を聞くと、高校時代が懐かしいです。ko no kyoku o ki ku to kō kō ji dai ga natsu ka shi i de su

This song makes me feel nostalgic about my high school days.

Tips for using 懐かしい

  • In everyday conversation, 懐かしい (natsukashii) can be a quick reaction to an old song, snack, or place from the past.

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