Translation guide
The act of orally stimulating the female genitals. In Japanese, this is most commonly expressed with the loanword クンニ, but there are also native terms and euphemisms. The choice depends heavily on context, formality, and the relationship between speakers.
The learner wants to refer to the act itself in a neutral or casual way.
The most common and widely understood term, especially among younger people. It is a loanword from English and is used in casual conversation, manga, and adult content. Not typically used in formal or medical contexts.
He is good at cunnilingus.
Does cunnilingus feel good?
A general term for 'caressing' or 'foreplay', which can include cunnilingus. It is softer and more romantic than クンニ, but less specific. Often used in the phrase 愛撫する (to caress).
He caressed her genitals.
The verb 'to lick'. When used in a sexual context, it can imply cunnilingus, but it is not explicit. Often combined with a body part, e.g., あそこを舐める (lick her down there).
I want you to lick me down there.
A more direct transliteration of the English word, but it is rarely used in natural conversation. It may appear in some dictionaries or formal texts, but クンニ is overwhelmingly preferred.
Cunnilingus is a formal term.
The learner wants to refer to cunnilingus in a more indirect, romantic, or playful way, often in intimate settings.
Literally 'lick below'. A common euphemism that is understood in context. It is less direct than クンニ and can be used between partners.
I'll lick you down there.
Using あそこ (that place) is a very common way to refer to genitals without naming them. It is casual and intimate.
Can I lick you there?
Literally 'do with the mouth'. This can refer to oral sex in general, but context clarifies the target. It is a softer expression.
I want you to use your mouth.
The learner needs a clinical term for use in medical, educational, or formal writing.
In formal or medical contexts, the full loanword クンニリングス may be used, though it is still rare. Often, a descriptive phrase is preferred.
Cunnilingus carries a risk of sexually transmitted infections.
A very formal, descriptive phrase meaning 'oral caressing of the female genitals'. Used in medical or academic texts. Not for everyday conversation.
The learner wants to understand or use very casual, possibly crude slang for cunnilingus, often encountered in manga, anime, or among close friends.
A vulgar slang term that originally refers to a sexual position where the woman is on her back with legs spread, but can imply cunnilingus in that position. It is crude and not used in polite company.
This term is very vulgar and should be avoided in most situations. It may be encountered in hentai or extremely casual male speech.
Lick me in the spread-eagle position.
A derogatory term combining クンニ with 野郎 (bastard). It is an insult and not a standard term for the act itself.
This is an insult and should not be used to refer to the act of cunnilingus. Included only for recognition.
That cunnilingus bastard!
Direct translations like 女性器舐め (licking female genitals) are not idiomatic and sound clinical or awkward. Stick to クンニ or euphemisms like あそこを舐める in casual contexts.
クンニ specifically refers to cunnilingus, while フェラ (from fellatio) refers to oral stimulation of the penis. The two are distinct and not interchangeable.
Which do you prefer, cunnilingus or fellatio?
The verb 舐める (to lick) is very common in sexual contexts. To make it clear you mean cunnilingus, you can add a location word like あそこ (there), 下 (below), or クリ (clitoris, casual). Without context, it may be ambiguous.
Oral stimulation of the female genitals is a type of sexual act.