あ Japanese Slang

Browse 78 Japanese Slang entries for Japanese under あ.

Kana あ

  1. アガる アガる To get pumped up or excited — describes one's mood or energy level rising.
  2. 泡吹く あわふく To foam at the mouth — used for extreme shock or being completely overwhelmed and knocked out, often comedically.
  3. ありがたい ありがたい Grateful, so thankful, or blessed — expresses deep appreciation, often for something unexpectedly good or generous.
  4. 圧倒的 あっとうてき Overwhelming, dominant, or absolutely crushing it — used to emphasise that something is on a completely different level.
  5. アホ アホ Idiot, fool, or dummy — a blunt but sometimes affectionate way of calling someone stupid.
  6. ありえない ありえない Unbelievable, outrageous, or absolutely unacceptable — expresses disbelief and indignation at something.
  7. ありえん ありえん Unbelievable or impossible — an emphatic, casual contraction of ありえない expressing stronger disbelief.
  8. あざとい あざとい Calculating cuteness — being deliberately and strategically charming in a way that seems manipulative but is often effective.
  9. アンチ アンチ A hater or anti-fan who actively criticizes, trolls, or spreads negativity about a person, group, or content creator.
  10. RT アールティー Retweet or repost — sharing someone else's post to your own timeline so your followers can see it.
  11. 垢バン あかバン Having one's account banned or suspended by a platform for violating terms of service.
  12. 垢消し あかけし Deleting one's social media account, often done impulsively after drama, embarrassment, or as a fresh start.
  13. アーカイブ アーカイブ A saved recording of a livestream that viewers can watch after the broadcast ends.
  14. 案件 あんけん Sponsored content or a paid promotion deal — when a creator is paid by a company to feature their product or service.
  15. 荒らし あらし A troll or griefer who deliberately disrupts online communities, chat rooms, or livestreams.
  16. アルゴリズム アルゴリズム The algorithm — the system that determines what content appears in your social media feed, especially the recommendation engine.
  17. あせあせ あせあせ Flustered and sweating nervously — an onomatopoeic expression of being anxious or embarrassed.
  18. あけおめ あけおめ Abbreviated form of あけましておめでとう (akemashite omedetō, 'Happy New Year'), used in casual New Year greetings.
  19. アプリ アプリ Abbreviated form of アプリケーション (apurikēshon, 'application'). The standard word for smartphone or computer apps.
  20. アラサー アラサー Abbreviated from 'around thirty' (アラウンドサーティー), referring to people approximately 27-33 years old.
  21. アラフォー アラフォー Abbreviated from 'around forty' (アラウンドフォーティー), referring to people approximately 37-43 years old.
  22. アニキ アニキ Big bro — a term of respect and affection for an older male figure, whether a literal older brother or someone you look up to.
  23. あざまる あざまる A cute, abbreviated way of saying 'thank you' — shortened from ありがとうございます with a playful twist.
  24. アラフィフ アラフィフ Around fifty years old — describing someone in their late 40s to early 50s.
  25. アフター アフター After-party or post-event gathering — going somewhere to socialise after the main event ends.
  26. アニオタ アニオタ Anime otaku — someone deeply devoted to anime, abbreviated from アニメオタク.
  27. ありがとね ありがとね A casual, slightly cute way of saying 'thanks,' softer and friendlier than ありがとう.
  28. あざす あざす A very casual 'thanks,' created by slurring ありがとうございます into a quick, informal abbreviation.
  29. あざます あざます A casual 'thanks' that's slightly more polite than あざす, but still very informal — a middle ground in the slurring spectrum.
  30. あーね あーね A casual acknowledgment meaning 'ah, I see' or 'yeah, right' — used to show understanding without strong enthusiasm.
  31. 安価 あんか An 'anchor' or reply-link on message boards — a reference to another post number, used to direct or receive instructions.
  32. アニメ化 アニメか Getting an anime adaptation — when a manga, light novel, or game is turned into an anime series or film.
  33. アクスタ アクスタ Acrylic stand — a popular type of character merchandise featuring a printed character on a small acrylic display stand.
  34. アタフタ アタフタ Flustered and rushing around in a panic — the frantic scramble when you're caught off guard.
  35. 顎クイ あごクイ Tilting someone's chin up with your hand to look into their eyes — a romantic gesture popular in manga and dramas.
  36. 頭ポンポン あたまポンポン Patting someone on the head affectionately — a romantic or caring gesture often depicted in manga and anime.
  37. 相方 あいかた One's partner or other half — used for a romantic partner, a best friend, or a comedy duo partner.
  38. あざと可愛い あざとかわいい Calculatedly cute — being charming or adorable in a clearly deliberate and strategic way, yet still effectively appealing.
  39. 味変 あじへん Changing a dish's flavor partway through eating by adding condiments, toppings, or seasonings to create a fresh taste experience.
  40. 天下り あまくだり A retired government bureaucrat parachuting into a cushy executive position at a private company, often one they previously regulated.
  41. アジェンダ アジェンダ Agenda; a list of topics or items to be discussed in a meeting.
  42. 赤点 あかてん A failing grade on a test, traditionally marked in red ink; the minimum passing threshold that a student falls below.
  43. 空きコマ あきコマ A free period or gap between scheduled classes in a university timetable.
  44. 遊び人 あそびにん A party animal or player — someone who prioritises fun, socialising, and romance over responsibilities like studying.
  45. アゲ アゲ Pumped up; hyped; in a high-energy, uplifting mood.
  46. アツい あつい Fired up, passionate, or intense — not about temperature, but about someone's burning enthusiasm.
  47. アゲアゲ アゲアゲ Hyped up, pumped, in high spirits — a party-mode exclamation for when the energy is at maximum.
  48. 垢抜ける あかぬける To become stylish and refined; to glow up in appearance and manner.
  49. アッシュ アッシュ Ash-toned hair colour; a cool grey-ish shade that neutralises warm tones in Asian hair.
  50. Amazonセール アマゾンセール Amazon sales events in Japan including Prime Day, time sales, and seasonal discount campaigns.
  51. 朝活 あさかつ Early morning activity — the practice of waking up early to exercise, study, or pursue hobbies before work or school.
  52. 朝型 あさがた A morning person; someone who naturally wakes up early and is most productive in the morning.
  53. アンチエイジング アンチエイジング Anti-aging; products, treatments, and practices aimed at preventing or reversing signs of aging.
  54. アンコール アンコール Encore; calling the artist back on stage for additional songs after the main set ends.
  55. アコースティック アコースティック An acoustic performance; an unplugged set using non-electric instruments.
  56. アー写 アーしゃ Artist photo; an official promotional photograph of a musician or group.
  57. RTA アールティーエー Real Time Attack — the Japanese term for speedrunning, where players try to complete a game as fast as possible in real time.
  58. 垢 あか Account — internet slang abbreviation for アカウント, used for social media and gaming accounts.
  59. 煽り あおり Taunting or provoking — deliberately antagonising other players through in-game actions, chat, or emotes.
  60. アプデ アプデ Update — an abbreviated form of アップデート (update), referring to game patches, app updates, or any software revision.
  61. あざっす あざっす Thanks — a slangy, ultra-casual abbreviation of ありがとうございます.
  62. ありがとう ありがとう Thank you — the standard casual expression of gratitude in Japanese.
  63. 甘え あまえ Depending on others' kindness; acting spoiled or clingy in a socially acceptable way within close relationships.
  64. 暗黙の了解 あんもくのりょうかい An unspoken agreement or tacit understanding — the invisible rules everyone follows without anyone explicitly stating them.
  65. 安定 あんてい Stable or consistently reliable — praise for someone or something that always delivers a solid, dependable result.
  66. 安心感 あんしんかん Sense of security or reassuring presence — the feeling of comfort and safety someone or something provides.
  67. 憧れ あこがれ Aspiration or someone I look up to — expressing admiration for a person you want to emulate.
  68. 歩く芸術品 あるくげいじゅつひん A walking work of art — someone whose appearance is so stunning they look like a moving sculpture.
  69. 頭いい あたまいい Smart — a casual compliment for a clever approach, quick thinking, or general intelligence.
  70. 圧巻 あっかん Spectacular — an overwhelmingly impressive performance or display that dominates everything around it.
  71. 歩きスマホ あるきスマホ Walking while looking at your smartphone — the widely criticised and dangerous habit of texting or browsing while walking.
  72. 垢BAN あかばん Account ban — getting your account permanently suspended or banned from a platform.
  73. 暗号資産 あんごうしさん Crypto assets — the official Japanese term for cryptocurrency, used in news coverage, financial regulation, and legal documents.
  74. アップデート アップデート Update — software or app updates, and figuratively, updating one's knowledge, mindset, or understanding of a situation.
  75. 穴場 あなば A hidden gem or secret spot — a lesser-known place that is surprisingly good.
  76. アウトドア アウトドア Outdoor activities and lifestyle — encompassing camping, hiking, fishing, and other nature-based recreation.
  77. あとで あとで Later — a go-to procrastination phrase used to defer tasks, conversations, or decisions to an unspecified future time.
  78. ありよりのあり ありよりのあり Definitely a yes — an emphatic approval meaning something is firmly in the acceptable category, with no reservations.