English–Japanese
“sex appeal” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajiiroke
Example
あの俳優には色気があります。a no hai yū ni wa iro ke ga a ri ma su
That actor has sex appeal.
How to say “sex appeal” in Japanese
“Sex appeal” in Japanese is 色気 (iroke).
Expresses the kind of personal charm that makes someone appear sensually attractive to others.
Example sentences with 色気
その歌手は、派手な衣装がなくても色気を感じさせます。so no ka shu wa ha de na i shō ga na ku te mo iro ke o kan ji sa se ma su
That singer conveys sex appeal even without flashy clothes.
Tips for using 色気
- In English, sex appeal usually describes a quality perceived in a person, although it can also describe the sensual attraction created by a performance or advertisement.