“My name is” in Japanese is 私の名前は〜です (わたしのなまえは〜です), pronounced watashi no namae wa … desu.
Pronunciation
The phrase has 10 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
Correct but a bit textbook-like. Most people simply say their name + です, or 〜といいます. Full guide: self-introduction.
Example sentences
- 私の名前はアンナです。わたしのなまえはアンナです。My name is Anna.
- トムといいます。よろしくお願いします。トムといいます。よろしくおねがいします。I’m called Tom. Nice to meet you.
Related forms
| Meaning | Japanese | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| natural | 〜です | … desu |
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おいくつですかHow old are youどちらからですかWhere are you from私もですMe tooまた明日See you tomorrow気をつけてTake careお疲れさまでしたGood jobおめでとうございますCongratulations良い一日をHave a nice day
FAQ
How do you say My name is in Japanese?
My name is in Japanese is 私の名前は〜です (わたしのなまえは〜です), pronounced “watashi no namae wa … desu”.
How do you write My name is in Japanese?
It's written 私の名前は〜です with kanji, or わたしのなまえは〜です in hiragana. Both are read watashi no namae wa … desu.