Translation guide
Expressing disgust in Japanese involves a range of words and phrases that convey revulsion, loathing, or strong dislike. The most common and versatile term is 嫌悪感を抱く (ken'o-kan o idaku), but more colloquial expressions like むかつく (mukatsuku) or 気持ち悪い (kimochi warui) are often used in everyday speech. The choice depends on the intensity, formality, and whether the disgust is physical or moral.
I felt disgusted by his behavior.
A very common casual verb meaning 'to be disgusted' or 'to be pissed off.' Often used for irritation or physical disgust.
That attitude disgusts me.
Literally 'feels bad,' used for physical disgust, creepiness, or gross things. Very common in everyday speech.
That bug is disgusting.
A verb meaning 'to dislike' or 'to hate,' often implying a strong aversion. Can be used for disgust in certain contexts.
She is disgusted by injustice.
Literally 'to feel nauseous,' used for extreme disgust that makes one feel sick. More intense and physical.
The sight made me sick with disgust.
To express disgust at immoral or unethical behavior, often with a sense of contempt or indignation.
Means 'to despise' or 'to hold in contempt.' Strong moral disgust.
I am disgusted by his lies.
A formal verb meaning 'to abhor' or 'to detest.' Used for deep moral or aesthetic disgust.
He is disgusted by corruption.
Literally 'to vomit,' a very strong and vulgar expression of disgust, often moral.
Very strong and offensive; use only in extreme situations.
To express disgust at something physically repulsive, like rotten food, insects, or dirt.
Means 'dirty' or 'filthy,' often used to express disgust at unclean things.
That toilet is disgusting.
Slang for 'grotesque' or 'gross,' used for gory or disturbing things.
A formal term for 'unclean' or 'unsanitary,' often used in medical or official contexts.
To express that one is disgusted because of repeated annoyance or frustration, often translated as 'sick of' or 'fed up with.'
Means 'to be fed up' or 'to be sick and tired.' Common for expressing disgust at a situation.
I'm disgusted with doing the same work every day.
Similar to うんざりする, meaning 'to be thoroughly sick of' something.
An exclamation meaning 'I've had enough!' or 'That's it!' Expresses disgust and refusal to tolerate more.
I'm disgusted! Get out!
むかつく is more about irritation and anger, while 気持ち悪い is about physical grossness or creepiness. むかつく can be used for people's behavior, 気持ち悪い for bugs, spoiled food, or eerie feelings.
The way he talks disgusts me (makes me mad).
This milk smells disgusting.
Avoid directly translating 'I am disgusted' as 私は嫌悪している in casual speech; it sounds overly formal and unnatural. Use むかつく or 気持ち悪い instead for everyday situations.
That politician's speech makes me want to puke.
That movie is so gross I can't watch it.
不潔な環境は病気を引き起こす。
Unsanitary conditions cause disease.
I'm disgusted by his constant bragging.