“I see” in Japanese is なるほど, pronounced naruhodo.
Pronunciation
The phrase has 4 beats (morae), each about the same length. Tap a syllable to hear it, or use the play button above for the whole phrase:
How to use it
Shows that something makes sense to you. Very common in conversation. With superiors, そうなんですね sounds more respectful.
Example sentences
- なるほど、分かりました。なるほど、わかりました。I see, I understand.
- そうなんですね。そうなんですね。I see. (polite)
Related forms
| Meaning | Japanese | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| polite | そうなんですね | sō nan desu ne |
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FAQ
How do you say I see in Japanese?
I see in Japanese is なるほど, pronounced “naruhodo”.