“Eye” in Japanese is 目 (め), pronounced me.
Pronunciation
The word has 1 beats (morae), each about the same length. Tap a syllable to hear it, or play the whole word:
How to use it
Eye. Also used figuratively: 一つ目 means “the first one”.
Example sentences
- 目が大きいです。めがおおきいです。She has big eyes.
- 目を閉じてください。めをとじてください。Please close your eyes.
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FAQ
How do you say eye in Japanese?
Eye in Japanese is 目 (め), pronounced “me”.
How do you write eye in Japanese?
It's written 目 with kanji, or め in hiragana. Both are read me.
Is 目 on the JLPT?
Yes. 目 (me) is a common word at JLPT N5 level, so it's worth learning early.