🇯🇵 Japanese phrases

How to Say "You are beautiful" in Japanese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
あなたは美しいです
"You are beautiful" in Japanese · say it like ah-na-tah wa bi-tsu-shii desu

The most natural way to say "You are beautiful" in Japanese is あなたは美しいです. 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

君は美しい
More casual, often used among friends
あなたは綺麗です
Used more for women, can imply a different nuance

When to use it

Use this phrase to compliment someone on their 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 complimenting.

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Examples in Japanese

JapaneseEnglish
あなたは美しいです。You are beautiful.
Common mistake
Avoid using '美しい' (utsukushii) only for physical beauty; it can also refer to inner beauty or art.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear あなたは美しいです, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Japanese with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is it appropriate to say this to someone I just met?

It can be seen as too forward; it's better to use it with someone you know well.

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