English–Japanese
“stomach” in Japanese
How to say “stomach” in Japanese
“Stomach” in Japanese is お腹 (onaka).
It refers to the belly or stomach area, which is associated with eating, digestion, and hunger.
Example sentences with お腹
お腹がいっぱいです。o naka ga i ppa i de su
My stomach is full.
旅行中に冷たい物を食べて、お腹を壊しました。ryo kō chū ni tsume ta i mono o ta be te o naka o kowa shi ma shi ta
I upset my stomach by eating something cold during the trip.
Tips for using お腹
- お腹 (onaka) can describe the visible belly area as well as internal discomfort, so it is a natural everyday choice where English often uses stomach.
Other Japanese words for “stomach”
胃が痛いです。i ga ita i de su
My stomach hurts.
腹が痛いです。hara ga ita i de su
My stomach hurts.

