“Take care” in Japanese is 気をつけて (きをつけて), pronounced ki o tsukete.
Pronunciation
The phrase has 5 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
Said to someone setting off, like “take care” or “safe travels”. Polite: お気をつけて.
Example sentences
- 気をつけて帰ってね。きをつけてかえってね。Get home safely.
- お気をつけて。おきをつけて。Take care. (polite)
Related forms
| Meaning | Japanese | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| polite | お気をつけて | おきをつけて o-ki o tsukete |
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FAQ
How do you say Take care in Japanese?
Take care in Japanese is 気をつけて (きをつけて), pronounced “ki o tsukete”.
How do you write Take care in Japanese?
It's written 気をつけて with kanji, or きをつけて in hiragana. Both are read ki o tsukete.