🇯🇵 Japanese phrases

How to Say "Beautiful woman" in Japanese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
美しい女性
"Beautiful woman" in Japanese · say it like ee-tsu-ka-shii jo-sei

The most natural way to say "Beautiful woman" in Japanese is 美しい女性. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

美人
a more casual term often used in everyday conversation
美しいお姉さん
used to refer to a beautiful young woman in a friendly manner

When to use it

You can use this phrase when complimenting someone's appearance. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. Be mindful of the context and the relationship you have with the person you are addressing.

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Examples in Japanese

JapaneseEnglish
彼女は美しい女性です。She is a beautiful woman.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 美しい (utsukushii) with きれい (kirei), which also means beautiful but has a slightly different nuance.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use this phrase to describe a man?

No, this phrase specifically refers to women.

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