Translation guide
A metrosexual is a man who is meticulous about his grooming and appearance, often spending significant time and money on fashion and personal care. In Japanese, this concept is usually expressed with the loanword メトロセクシャル, but it is not widely used. More natural ways to describe such a person include phrases about being fashionable or well-groomed.
Describe a man who pays a lot of attention to his appearance, style, and grooming, often in an urban, sophisticated way.
The direct loanword from English. It is understood by some, especially in fashion or media contexts, but is not common in everyday conversation.
彼はメトロセクシャルな男性だ。
He is a metrosexual man.
A natural, common way to say 'stylish man' or 'fashionable man'. It implies a general sense of being well-dressed and put-together, without the specific connotations of the English term.
彼はとてもおしゃれな男性で、いつも最新のファッションを着ている。
He is a very stylish man and always wears the latest fashion.
Literally 'a man who pays attention to his grooming/appearance'. This is a very natural and neutral way to describe someone who is meticulous about how they look.
彼は身だしなみに気を使う男性で、毎朝時間をかけて準備する。
He is a man who takes care of his appearance and spends time getting ready every morning.
Means 'a man who is sensitive to fashion' or 'fashion-conscious man'. It emphasizes awareness of trends.
彼はファッションに敏感な男性で、新しいブランドがすぐにわかる。
He is a fashion-conscious man and knows about new brands right away.
Literally 'a man who is interested in beauty/grooming'. This can include skincare, cosmetics, and personal care, which aligns with the metrosexual stereotype.
最近、美容に関心がある男性が増えている。
Recently, the number of men interested in grooming has been increasing.
The English word 'metrosexual' is not widely used in Japanese. Using メトロセクシャル may not be understood by everyone. It is better to describe the person's characteristics using natural Japanese phrases.
In Japanese, directly labeling someone with a term like メトロセクシャル can sound overly analytical or foreign. Instead, focus on specific traits: おしゃれ (stylish), 身だしなみがいい (well-groomed), or 美容に詳しい (knowledgeable about beauty).