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Japanese · 日本語
Translation
会いたい
Romanization
Aitai
Pronunciation
eye-tie
When to use it
Use this with someone you are emotionally close to. It can feel intimate, so avoid using it too early with strangers. In Japanese, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.
Example
会いたい — a direct line you might say privately to a partner for "i miss you".
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FAQ
You say "会いたい" in Japanese. The romanized form is "Aitai", and a simple pronunciation cue is "eye-tie".
This entry is marked as casual. The usage note explains when the phrase is appropriate and when you should soften it.
Use "eye-tie" as a learner-friendly pronunciation cue. The romanization is "Aitai".
Use this with someone you are emotionally close to. It can feel intimate, so avoid using it too early with strangers. In Japanese, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.