Translation of Japanese word "苦い" to English
苦い
にがい
[nigai]
IPA: /kui/
Meaning
AdjectiveHaving an acrid taste (usually from a basic substance).
How to use
苦い (nigai) — 'bitter / sour (experience)'. 苦いコーヒー — bitter coffee. 苦い経験 — bitter experience.
🇬🇧 English
bitter
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 苦い
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): にがい
Romaji Transcription: nigai
Example Sentences
このコーヒーは苦い。
このこーひーはにがい。
This coffee is bitter.
このチョコレートは苦い。
このちょこれーとはにがい。
This chocolate is bitter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "苦い" mean?▼
The Japanese word "苦い" means "bitter" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "苦い"?▼
The word "苦い" is read as "にがい" (nigai). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see a usage guide or example with "苦い"?▼
Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Refers to a strong, bitter taste that stimulates the tongue.".
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