🇯🇵 Japanese phrases

How to Say "Good morning" in Japanese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
おはようございます
"Good morning" in Japanese · say it like oh-ha-yoh go-za-i-mas

The most natural way to say "Good morning" in Japanese is おはようございます. 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

おはよう
Used in casual situations among friends or family

When to use it

Use this phrase in the morning when greeting someone. It is polite and appropriate for both formal and informal settings. You can use it at home, at work, or when meeting someone for the first time in the morning.

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Examples in Japanese

JapaneseEnglish
おはようございます、今日はいい天気ですね。Good morning, the weather is nice today.
Common mistake
Some learners forget to use the polite form 'ございます' when speaking formally.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use 'おはよう' in formal situations?

'おはよう' is casual and should be avoided in formal contexts.

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