JLPT N5
Be Careful / Take Care
Japanese
きをつけてください
Ki wo tsukete kudasai
Lesson & Usage
- [English equivalent: "Watch out," "Be careful," or "Take care."] Use this to warn someone of immediate danger (like a slippery floor) or as a parting wish for someone's safety when they leave for a trip.
Culture & Etiquette
- "Ki" (気) refers to one's spirit or energy. This phrase literally means "Attach your spirit to the situation," reminding someone to remain conscious and present to avoid trouble.
