🇯🇵 How to say

“mouth” in Japanese

口くち
Illustration of "mouth" in a Japanese cultural setting
A young woman smiles brightly, her lips parted slightly as she speaks to a friend. Her hand gestures toward her mouth as she explains how to pronounce a word.

Usage note

This word refers to the physical mouth used for speaking, eating, and breathing. It's a very common and neutral term, used in everyday situations like at the doctor's office or during meals.

Examples

  • 口を開けてください。

    Please open your mouth.

  • 口が小さいです。

    My mouth is small.

  • 口で食べます。

    I eat with my mouth.

Quick check

What does "口" mean?

  • A. mouth
  • B. tiger
  • C. bank
  • D. road

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