Translation of Japanese word "好き" to English
好き
すき
[suki]
IPA: /sɯki/
Meaning
AdjectiveA fondness or liking for something; to be fond of, or have a preference for, someone or something.
How to use
好き (suki) — 'like / favorite'. な-adjective. Used with subject+が: 〜が好き — like ~. 大好き (daisuki) — love / really like. 嫌い (kirai) — dislike.
🇬🇧 English
like / favorite
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 好き
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): すき
Romaji Transcription: suki
Example Sentences
私はこの本が好きです。
わたしは この ほんが すきです。
I like it.
私はこれが大好きです。
わたしは これが だいすきです。
I like it.
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Common phrases
- 〜が好きです— I like ~
- 大好き！— I love it! / My favorite!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "好き" mean?▼
The Japanese word "好き" means "like / favorite" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "好き"?▼
The word "好き" is read as "すき" (suki). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "私はこの本が好きです。".
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