How to Say ‘Weight is’ in Japanese
体重は
taijuu wa
[tie-joo wah]
💬 Usage Tip: [は] is pronounced (wa) here, not (ha). In phrases like [体重は] or [身長は], it sets up the topic — "as for weight…" / "as for height…".
🇯🇵 In Japan: Medical staff often ask measurements one category at a time like this: weight, height, waist, and so on. That clipped style is normal and not rude.
Phrase Breakdown
体重
taijuu
[tie-joo]
body weight
Means a person's weight.
体重は大切です。
Body weight is important.
は
wa
[wah]
topic marker; as for
Marks the topic of the sentence. Written は, pronounced わ.
体重は七十キロです。
As for body weight, it is 70 kilos.
Get the Full Learning Experience
This lesson is just a preview. Download PrettyFluent to practice pronunciation, roleplay conversations, and master vocabulary with spaced repetition.
Pronunciation Feedback
AI-powered speech recognition to perfect your accent
Spaced Repetition
Retain vocabulary long-term with smart practice
Immersive Roleplaying
Practice real conversations with AI partners
Custom Scenarios
Request lessons tailored to your specific needs
Get Full LessonWhat Learners Are Saying
“Teaching in Osaka and I wanted to connect with my students beyond the classroom. The everyday conversation scenarios made my Japanese feel natural, not textbook-y.”
Mia S., 25, English Teacher
“Moved to Tokyo and the polite vs. casual speech levels were killing me. This app breaks it all down with real scenarios. My coworkers noticed the difference in weeks.”
Kevin Z., 31, Game Developer
“I tried five different apps before this one. The roleplay conversations are what finally made things click. I actually remember what I learn now.”
Sofia R., 31, Marketing Manager