Feeling nervous or having butterflies in your stomach is a common experience, especially in situations like job interviews, public speaking, or first dates. Being able to express your nervousness in Japanese can help you communicate your emotions effectively. In this blog post, we’ll explore how to say “I’m nervous, I have butterflies” in Japanese, along with related phrases to help you express your feelings in various contexts.
1. 緊張しています、お腹が痛い (Kinchou shiteimasu, onaka ga itai)
- This expression directly conveys that you’re feeling nervous and that your stomach hurts, which is a common physical sensation when nervous.
2. どきどきしています (Dokidoki shiteimasu)
- This is an onomatopoeic phrase that describes the sensation of a racing heart or fluttering feelings in your chest due to nervousness. It means “I’m feeling nervous or excited.” T
3. 緊張してます、気が動転してる (Kinchou shitemasu, ki ga douten shiteru)
- This expression conveys both nervousness and a sense of being flustered or disoriented. It means “I’m nervous, and my mind is in turmoil.” The pronunciation is
4. おなかがすきました (Onaka ga sukimashita)
- Sometimes, nervousness can cause your stomach to feel empty or make you hungry. This phrase means “My stomach is empty” and can indirectly convey your nervousness.
5. 緊張して震えています (Kinchou shite furueteimasu)
- This phrase describes physical trembling or shaking due to nervousness. It means “I’m trembling with nervousness.”
6. 緊張して、落ち着きません (Kinchou shite, ochitsukimasen)
- Use this expression to convey that you’re feeling nervous and unable to calm down. It means “I’m nervous and can’t calm down.”
7. どきどきして、なかなかリラックスできません (Dokidoki shite, nakanaka rirakkusu dekimasen)
- This phrase combines the feeling of nervousness with the difficulty of relaxing. It means “I’m feeling nervous, and I can’t relax easily.”
8. 緊張して、言葉が出ません (Kinchou shite, kotoba ga demasen)
- Sometimes, nervousness can make it difficult to find the right words or speak fluently. This phrase means “I’m nervous, and words won’t come out.”
9. 緊張して、頭が真っ白になりました (Kinchou shite, atama ga masshiro ni narimashita)
- This expression describes a common feeling of mental blankness or having a “white head” due to nervousness. It means “I’m nervous, and my mind went blank.”
10. ふらふらしています (Furafura shiteimasu)
– This onomatopoeic phrase describes feeling unsteady or wobbly due to nervousness. It means “I’m feeling lightheaded or shaky.
These phrases will help you express your nervousness or butterflies in your stomach in Japanese, whether you’re facing a challenging situation, meeting someone new, or experiencing any anxiety-inducing moment.
