Introduction
Expressing jealousy or envy is a common emotion, and knowing how to say “I’m jealous, I wish I had that” in Japanese allows you to communicate your feelings honestly. In this guide, we’ll explore how to express jealousy in Japanese.
Saying ‘I’m Jealous, I Wish I Had That’ in Japanese
To say “I’m jealous, I wish I had that” in Japanese, you can use the following phrase:
- 「羨ましい、それが欲しいです。」 (Urayamashii, sore ga hoshii desu.)
Here’s a breakdown of the phrase:
- 羨ましい (Urayamashii) means “jealous” or “envious.”
- それが (Sore ga) means “that.”
- 欲しいです (Hoshii desu) means “I want” or “I wish I had.”
Using this phrase allows you to express your jealousy and desire for something in Japanese.