English–Japanese

“well” in Japanese

Japanese

Alsoさて (sate) · はあ (hā) · まあ (mā) · 井戸 (ido)

Pronunciation

Romajigenki

Example

今日は元気です。kyō wa gen ki de su

I feel well today.

Illustration for 元気 (well)

How to say “well” in Japanese

“Well” in Japanese is 元気 (genki).

Describes a healthy and lively condition, including feeling well and having plenty of energy.

Full entry for 元気: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 元気

わたしは元気です。wa ta shi wa gen ki de su

I am well.

毎朝、犬と散歩すると元気になります。mai asa inu to san po su ru to gen ki ni na ri ma su

Walking with my dog every morning makes me feel well.

Tips for using 元気

  • In casual conversation, 元気？ (genki?) asks whether someone is well or feeling energetic.

Other Japanese words for “well”

さて、始めましょう。sa te haji me ma shō

Well, let's begin.

「はあ、そうですか。」hā sō de su ka

Well, I see.

まあ、大丈夫です。mā dai jō bu de su

Well, it is okay.

この井戸はとても深いです。ko no i do wa to te mo buka i de su

This well is very deep.

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