How to Say ‘That sounds nice.’ in Japanese
いいですね。
ii desu ne
[ii desu ne]
🇯🇵 In Japan: [いいですね。] is a very natural, low-pressure response when something sounds appealing. It fits well in cafés because it shows interest without committing quite yet.
Phrase Breakdown
いい
ii
[ii]
good; nice
A common adjective for something positive, pleasant, or appealing.
この香りはいいですね。
This aroma is nice, isn’t it?
です
desu
[desu]
is; am; are
A polite copula used in friendly or formal conversation.
ブレンドです。
It is a blend.
ね
ne
[ne]
isn't it; right
A sentence-ending particle used to seek agreement or add a friendly tone.
深煎りですね。
It’s a dark roast, right?
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