How do you say "I’m Emily Smith." in Japanese?

"I’m Emily Smith." in Japanese is "となりの Emily Smith です。". This phrase is commonly used in Japan.

What does "となりの Emily Smith です。" mean in English?

"となりの Emily Smith です。" means "I’m Emily Smith." in English. Usage tip: Pattern: [となりの X です] = “I’m X from next door.” Using [です] keeps it polite and calm.

🙋‍♀️📛

How to Say ‘I’m Emily Smith.’ in Japanese

となりの Emily Smith です。

tonari no ^FIRST^ ^LAST^ desu

[toh-nah-ree noh dehs]

💬 Usage Tip: Pattern: [となりの X です] = “I’m X from next door.” Using [です] keeps it polite and calm.

🇯🇵 In Japan: In Japan, identifying yourself as “next door” right away reduces suspicion and makes the request feel more community-minded.

Phrase Breakdown

となりの

tonari no

next-door / next to (me/us)

Modifies the following noun/person: “the neighbor / the one next door.” Often used when introducing yourself as the neighbor.

Example

となりの部屋は空いています。

The room next door is available.

Words in this phrase

となり

tonari

[toh-nah-ree]

next door / neighbor

Means “next door” or “neighbor.” Common in introductions like となりの〜です (“I’m from next door / your neighbor”).

Example

となりの田中です。

I’m Tanaka from next door.

の

[noh]

of / ’s (linking particle)

Particle that links nouns. となりの人 = “the person next door”; となりの田中 = “Tanaka next door.”

Example

となりの部屋の音が聞こえます。

I can hear the sound from the room next door.

です

desu

[dehs]

to be (polite)

Polite copula used for statements and introductions. 〜です = “I am / it is …”

Example

となりの者です。

I’m your neighbor.

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 Lesson

What 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