English–Japanese
“strict” in Japanese
How to say “strict” in Japanese
“Strict” in Japanese is 厳しい (kibishii).
Describes a person, rule, or situation that leaves little room for leniency, ease, or favorable conditions.
Example sentences with 厳しい
母は門限に厳しいです。haha wa mon gen ni kibi shi i de su
My mother is strict about curfews.
Tips for using 厳しい
- In everyday Japanese, 厳しい (kibishii) can describe not only a strict person but also tight finances or harsh conditions, so context determines whether "strict" or "severe" fits best.
Other Japanese words for “strict”
父は規則に厳格です。chichi wa ki soku ni gen kaku de su
My father is strict about rules.