Basic Insults · Japanese
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Japanese · 日本語
Translation
あほ
Romanization
Aho
Pronunciation
ah-hoh
When to use it
Use this carefully. It can offend people and is included so learners understand meaning, tone, and risk. In Japanese, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.
Example
あほ — a risky phrase that can escalate a conversation for "stupid".
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FAQ
You say "あほ" in Japanese. The romanized form is "Aho", and a simple pronunciation cue is "ah-hoh".
This entry is marked as offensive. The usage note explains when the phrase is appropriate and when you should soften it.
Use "ah-hoh" as a learner-friendly pronunciation cue. The romanization is "Aho".
Use this carefully. It can offend people and is included so learners understand meaning, tone, and risk. In Japanese, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.