Translation guide
Expressions of disgust or distaste in Japanese, ranging from childish to casual adult usage.
Yuck! (general disgust)
Yuck! (childish)
Express a feeling of disgust, similar to 'yuck' or 'ew' in English.
A common casual interjection of disgust, used by both genders. Similar to 'ew' or 'yuck'.
Yuck, this is rotten.
A more visceral expression of disgust, often in reaction to something gross or nauseating.
Ew, what's this smell?
Slang abbreviation of 気持ち悪い (kimochi warui), meaning 'gross' or 'disgusting'. Very common among younger speakers.
Express disgust in a childish or cute way, often used by children or in a playful manner.
A childish word for 'dirty' or 'yucky', often used by young children or when talking to them.
That's yucky, don't put it in your mouth.
An onomatopoeic expression of gagging or disgust, often used in a slightly exaggerated or childish way.
Yuck, this vegetable is bitter.
Express a stronger sense of disgust, revulsion, or feeling sick.
げっ is a general 'ew' for mild disgust. うえっ is more visceral, like a gag reflex. キモい is slang for 'gross' and can describe people, things, or situations.
Ew, there's a hair in it.
Ugh, a cockroach!
That guy is creepy/gross.
There is no direct Japanese equivalent of 'yuck' that works in all contexts. Using the wrong expression can sound unnatural or childish. Choose based on the situation and your relationship with the listener.
キモい！その虫、触らないで。
Gross! Don't touch that bug.
This food looks disgusting.
あの人の態度にむかつく。
That person's attitude makes me sick.