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How to say “I lost my wallet” in Japanese

さいふ を なくしました

Saifu o nakushimashita

normal / slow

Word-by-word breakdown

  • さいふsaifuwallet
  • なくしましたnakushimashitalost

Usage & culture tip

Japan is world-famous for lost wallets being returned intact to police boxes with all cash inside!

Good for: Getting help in an emergency, illness or lost-item situation.

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