English–Japanese
“obedient” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajisunao
Example
その子は素直です。so no ko wa su nao de su
That child is obedient.
How to say “obedient” in Japanese
“Obedient” in Japanese is 素直 (sunao).
It describes a person who responds without resistance and expresses thoughts or feelings in an open, unforced way.
Example sentences with 素直
間違いを認めて、素直に謝ります。ma chiga i o mito me te su nao ni ayama ri ma su
I admit my mistake and apologize honestly.
Tips for using 素直
- In everyday conversation, 素直 (sunao) can praise a child for following advice, while describing an adult as 素直 often also suggests an open and unpretentious manner.