Anime Phrases Course

Lesson 2: Emotions & Feelings

Core emotional expressions used in dramatic and everyday anime scenes.

#JapaneseRomajiEnglishContextAnime Example
1うれしいureshiiI am happyUsed after good news, victories, or kind gestures.Naruto, My Hero Academia
2悲しいkanashiiI am sadUsed in emotional losses and reflective scenes.Demon Slayer, Jujutsu Kaisen
3くやしいkuyashiiI am frustratedSaid after losing or failing to protect someone.Attack on Titan, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood
4さびしいsabishiiI feel lonelyUsed when separated from close friends or family.One Piece, Bleach
5こわいkowaiI am scaredCommon in horror, battle, or tense situations.Death Note, Code Geass
6安心したanshin shitaI am relievedUsed after danger passes or worries are resolved.Spy x Family, Kaguya-sama: Love Is War
7緊張するkinchou suruI am nervousBefore tests, confessions, tournaments, or speeches.Haikyu!!, Blue Lock
8むかつくmukatsukuThat annoys meCasual irritation in arguments or rival scenes.Dragon Ball Z, One Punch Man
9ドキドキするdokidoki suruMy heart is poundingUsed in romance, suspense, and risky moments.Steins;Gate, Re:ZERO
10ほっとしたhotto shitaWhat a reliefSaid when stress suddenly eases.Tokyo Revengers, Black Clover