Introduction
Feeling nervous is a common emotion, especially in situations that make us anxious or excited. Being able to express “I’m nervous, I have butterflies in my stomach” in Japanese can help you convey your feelings accurately. In this guide, we’ll explore how to express nervousness in Japanese, including the phrase for “I have butterflies in my stomach.”
Saying ‘I’m Nervous, I Have Butterflies in My Stomach’ in Japanese
To say “I’m nervous, I have butterflies in my stomach” in Japanese, you can use the following phrase:
- 「緊張しています、お腹がゾクゾクします。」 (Kinchou shiteimasu, onaka ga zokuzoku shimasu.)
Here’s a breakdown of the phrase:
- 緊張しています (Kinchou shiteimasu) means “I’m nervous” or “I’m feeling tense.”
- お腹がゾクゾクします (Onaka ga zokuzoku shimasu) means “My stomach is feeling zokuzoku.”
The term “ゾクゾク” (zokuzoku) represents the fluttery or jittery feeling in one’s stomach often associated with nervousness.
Using this phrase allows you to express your nervousness and the sensation of having butterflies in your stomach in Japanese.
