How to Say ‘That face is’ in Japanese
そんな顔が
そんなかおが
💬 Usage Tip: [そんな] (sonna) is used to specify 'that kind' of something being pointed out.
🇯🇵 In Japan: Facial expressions are culturally significant in Japan, often interpreted for unspoken communication.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
そんなそんな
[sonna]
that kind of
Used to describe something specific.
そんな顔が好きだ。
I like that kind of face.
顔かお
[kao]
face
The front part of a person's head.
彼の顔が優しい。
His face is kind.
がが
[ga]
subject marker
Marks the subject of the sentence.
顔が赤い。
The face is red.
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