Translation guide
The quality of being manly, including strength, courage, and traditional masculine traits. Japanese expressions range from formal terms for masculinity to casual slang for manly behavior.
The general concept of being manly, often positive traits like strength, bravery, or reliability.
The most common and neutral word for 'manliness' or 'masculinity'. It refers to positive traits traditionally associated with men.
彼の男らしさに憧れる。
I admire his manliness.
男らしさとは何か？
What is manliness?
Acting in a way considered manly, such as being brave, decisive, or tough.
A common phrase meaning 'manly behavior' or 'acting like a man'.
彼は男らしい行動をとった。
He acted in a manly way.
Emphasizing physical strength, endurance, or a macho attitude.
Literally 'man-smell', this can refer to a rugged, masculine aura or literal body odor. Often used positively for a tough, no-nonsense manliness.
彼の男臭さが好きだ。
I like his rugged manliness.
男らしさ is the everyday word for manliness, focusing on character traits. 男性らしさ is more formal and often used in academic or gender studies contexts. In casual conversation, 男らしさ is preferred.
彼は男らしさにあふれている。
He is full of manliness.
男性らしさの社会的プレッシャー。
Social pressure of masculinity.
Direct translations like '男っぽい' can sound negative or imply roughness. Use 男らしい for positive manliness. Be cautious with 男臭い as it can mean 'smelly' if context is unclear.
Similar to 男らしさ but slightly more formal or analytical. Often used in discussions about gender.
伝統的な男性らしさの概念。
The concept of traditional masculinity.
A more traditional, somewhat literary term for manly spirit, chivalry, or gallantry. Often implies a sense of honor and self-sacrifice.
彼は漢気のある男だ。
He is a man of chivalrous spirit.
A more casual, sometimes slightly negative term for 'manliness' that can imply roughness or lack of refinement. Can be used for women with masculine traits.
彼女の男っぽさが魅力的だ。
Her tomboyishness is charming.
An idiomatic phrase meaning 'to show one's manliness' or 'to prove oneself as a man', often in a challenging situation.
ここで男を見せろ！
Show your manliness here!
Refers to manly appearance, demeanor, or bearing. Often used to praise a man's impressive presence.
彼の男ぶりに感心した。
I was impressed by his manly bearing.
Loanword from 'macho', often used to describe a muscular, hyper-masculine man or attitude. Can be slightly humorous.
彼はマッチョな体型をしている。
He has a macho physique.
Loanword from 'wild', used to describe a rugged, untamed manliness, often in fashion or personality.
彼のワイルドな魅力。
His wild, manly charm.