To express that you’re feeling cold in Japanese, you can use the phrase 「寒いです」(samui desu). This phrase directly translates to “I’m cold.” However, there are a few other ways to express feelings of coldness and discomfort due to low temperatures. Here are some options:
1. **寒くて震えています。** (Samukute furueteimasu.)
Translation: “I’m cold and shivering.”
This phrase vividly describes the physical response to the cold by mentioning shivering.
2. **寒さが身にしみます。** (Samusa ga mi ni shimimasu.)
Translation: “The cold pierces my body.”
This expression conveys the intensity of the cold sensation you’re experiencing.
3. **寒いですね。** (Samui desu ne.)
Translation: “It’s cold, isn’t it?”
This phrase is a more general observation about the cold weather and can also serve as a conversation starter.
4. **寒さがじわじわときます。** (Samusa ga jiwajiwa tokimasu.)
Translation: “The cold creeps in gradually.”
This expression conveys the slow and gradual onset of coldness.
5. **体が冷えています。** (Karada ga hieteimasu.)
Translation: “My body is cold.”
This phrase describes the direct physical effect of coldness on your body.
6. **風が冷たいです。** (Kaze ga tsumetai desu.)
Translation: “The wind is cold.”
This expression focuses on the coldness of the wind, which is often a significant factor in feeling chilly.
7. **暖房が足りないです。** (Danbou ga tarinai desu.)
Translation: “The heating isn’t enough.”
This phrase points out that the current heating level isn’t sufficient to keep you warm.
8. **寒さで体がこわばっています。** (Samusa de karada ga kowabatteimasu.)
Translation: “My body is stiff due to the cold.”
This expression conveys the physical discomfort caused by the cold weather.
As with all expressions, the level of formality and politeness should be considered based on your relationship with the person you’re speaking to. These phrases will help you effectively communicate your feelings of coldness and discomfort due to low temperatures in Japanese.
