English–Japanese
“pickpocket” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajisuri
Example
駅ではすりに気をつけてください。eki de wa su ri ni ki o tsu ke te ku da sa i
Please watch out for pickpockets at the station.
How to say “pickpocket” in Japanese
“Pickpocket” in Japanese is すり (suri).
Refers to someone who takes another person's belongings secretly while staying close enough to avoid notice.
Example sentences with すり
駅の階段ですりに財布を取られました。eki no kai dan de su ri ni sai fu o to ra re ma shi ta
My wallet was stolen by a pickpocket on the station stairs.
Tips for using すり
- English distinguishes a pickpocket from a shoplifter because a pickpocket steals from a person, whereas a shoplifter steals from a store.