“Body” in Japanese is 体 (からだ), pronounced karada.
Pronunciation
The word has 3 beats (morae), each about the same length. Tap a syllable to hear it, or play the whole word:
How to use it
Body. 体に気をつけて (take care of yourself) is a common caring goodbye.
Example sentences
- 体に気をつけてください。からだにきをつけてください。Please take care of yourself.
- 体が大きいです。からだがおおきいです。He has a big build.
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FAQ
How do you say body in Japanese?
Body in Japanese is 体 (からだ), pronounced “karada”.
How do you write body in Japanese?
It's written 体 with kanji, or からだ in hiragana. Both are read karada.
Is 体 on the JLPT?
Yes. 体 (karada) is a common word at JLPT N5 level, so it's worth learning early.