English–Japanese
“suspect” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajiyōgisha
Example
警察は容疑者を調べています。kei satsu wa yō gi sha o shira be te i ma su
The police are investigating the suspect.
How to say “suspect” in Japanese
“Suspect” in Japanese is 容疑者 (yōgisha).
Points to someone linked to a possible wrongdoing before responsibility is established.
Example sentences with 容疑者
目撃者は容疑者を写真で確認しました。moku geki sha wa yō gi sha o sha shin de kaku nin shi ma shi ta
The witness identified the suspect from a photograph.
Tips for using 容疑者
- In English, suspect also works as a verb meaning to think that someone may have done something, so its noun and verb uses share an unconfirmed belief.