“Be careful” in Japanese is 気をつけてください (きをつけてください), pronounced ki o tsukete kudasai.
Pronunciation
The phrase has 9 beats (morae), each about the same length. Tap a syllable to hear it, or use the play button above for the whole phrase:
How to use it
A warning: be careful. Shouted in danger: 危ない！ (watch out!).
Example sentences
- 熱いので気をつけてください。あついのできをつけてください。It’s hot, so be careful.
- 足元に気をつけてください。あしもとにきをつけてください。Watch your step.
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FAQ
How do you say Be careful in Japanese?
Be careful in Japanese is 気をつけてください (きをつけてください), pronounced “ki o tsukete kudasai”.
How do you write Be careful in Japanese?
It's written 気をつけてください with kanji, or きをつけてください in hiragana. Both are read ki o tsukete kudasai.