おやすみ、美人さん
oyasumi, bijin-san
The English phrase "good night, beautiful" can be translated into Japanese as おやすみ、美人さん (oyasumi, bijin-san).
This phrase is used as a romantic or flirtatious way to say good night to a woman.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase consists of おやすみ (good night) and 美人さん (beautiful person/beauty).
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
This is an informal phrase that carries a flirtatious or romantic tone. It is suitable for someone you are already close to or someone you are pursuing.
How do you pronounce it?
oyasumi, bijin-san
Did you know?
- While 'bijin-san' means 'beautiful person', using it directly to someone's face can feel like you are reading a character description from a book rather than talking to a real person. It is often seen as more of a literary or theatrical way to address a woman.
- The suffix さん (san) is typically used for social respect, but when added to a compliment like 美人 (bijin), it can create a playful, slightly teasing tone. This makes the phrase feel less like a serious declaration and more like a charming flirtation.
- In Japanese culture, directness about physical beauty is often avoided in daily conversation to maintain modesty. Using the word 美人 (bijin) is a very bold move that signals a high level of intention or a desire to stand out.
Example conversation
A couple is ending a phone call before bed.
- 陽葵 Himariそろそろ寝るね。Sorosoro neru ne.I'm going to sleep now.
- 健太 Kentaうん、おやすみ、美人さん。Un, oyasumi, bijin-san.Yeah, good night, beautiful.
- 陽葵 Himariもう、恥ずかしいよ。Mou, hazukashii yo.Oh stop, you're making me blush.
- 健太 Kenta本当のことだよ。おやすみ。Hontou no koto da yo. Oyasumi.It's the truth. Good night.
