気をつけて

ki o tsukete
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/ki o tsɯkete/
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A warm parting wish that someone travels or goes safely.
Practice using 気をつけて in conversation until it feels natural

Examples

  • 「行ってきます」「気をつけて」。
    “I’m off.” “Take care.”
  • 雨が強いから、帰りは気をつけて。
    The rain is heavy, so take care on your way home.
  • 夜道だから気をつけて。
    It is dark outside, so take care.
  • 「じゃあ、また明日」「気をつけて」。
    “See you tomorrow.” “Take care.”
  • 旅行に行く友達に気をつけてと言いました。
    I told my friend going on a trip to take care.

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Meanings

Take care

daily life
neutral
A familiar farewell expressing concern for someone's safety as they leave.

Examples

  • 「行ってきます」「気をつけて」。
    “I’m off.” “Take care.”
  • 夜道だから気をつけて。
    It is dark outside, so take care.
  • 旅行に行く友達に気をつけてと言いました。
    I told my friend going on a trip to take care.
  • 「じゃあ、また明日」「気をつけて」。
    “See you tomorrow.” “Take care.”
  • 雨が強いから、帰りは気をつけて。
    The rain is heavy, so take care on your way home.

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Etymology

気 means attention or mind, を marks the object, and つけて is the connecting form of つける. The fixed send-off asks the listener to stay alert.

FAQ

When is it said?

As someone leaves or sets out.

Is it only about a specific danger?

No. It can be a general wish for a safe journey.

Is it polite?

It is familiar; 気をつけてください is more formal.

Can it answer 行ってきます?

Yes. It is a natural send-off.

Does it mean get well soon?

No. For an ill person, お大事に is more natural.

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