How to say “I'm vegetarian” in Japanese

ベジタリアンです
bejitarian desu
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The short answer

“I'm vegetarian” in Japanese is ベジタリアンです, pronounced bejitarian desu.

Pronunciation

The phrase has 8 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

Be aware that many dishes use fish stock (). Ask specifically: .

Example sentences

  • ベジタリアンです。肉と魚は食べません。ベジタリアンです。にくとさかなはたべません。
    I’m vegetarian. I don’t eat meat or fish.
  • だしに魚を使っていますか。だしにさかなをつかっていますか。
    Is the stock made with fish?

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FAQ

How do you say I'm vegetarian in Japanese?

I'm vegetarian in Japanese is ベジタリアンです, pronounced “bejitarian desu”.