English–Japanese
“ominous” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajifukitsu
Example
その知らせは不吉です。so no shi ra se wa fu kitsu de su
That news is ominous.
How to say “ominous” in Japanese
“Ominous” in Japanese is 不吉 (fukitsu).
Describes a warning sign or situation that feels connected to future misfortune.
Example sentences with 不吉
彼はその数字を不吉なものだと考えています。kare wa so no sū ji o fu kitsu na mo no da to kanga e te i ma su
He considers that number ominous.
Tips for using 不吉
- In English, ominous often modifies a sound, silence, or atmosphere that suggests trouble, while the word can also describe a sign or event.