気をつける

ki o tsukeru
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be careful, watch out, take care
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/kiotsɯkeɾɯ/
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To keep attention on a possible danger or mistake so it can be avoided.
Practice using 気をつける in conversation until it feels natural

Examples

  • 風邪をひかないように気をつけてね。
    Take care not to catch a cold.
  • 忘れ物がないように気をつけます。
    I will make sure I do not leave anything behind.
  • 夜道では足元に気をつける。
    On dark roads, watch where you step.
  • 帰り道、気をつけて。
    Take care on your way home.
  • 車に気をつけてください。
    Please watch out for cars.

Similar words

用心する
警戒する
注意する

Meanings

Take care and stay alert

safety
neutral
To pay attention to something that might cause harm or a mistake, including as a friendly warning when someone leaves.

Examples

  • 車に気をつけてください。
    Please watch out for cars.
  • 夜道では足元に気をつける。
    On dark roads, watch where you step.
  • 風邪をひかないように気をつけてね。
    Take care not to catch a cold.
  • 忘れ物がないように気をつけます。
    I will make sure I do not leave anything behind.
  • 帰り道、気をつけて。
    Take care on your way home.

Similar words

注意する
用心する
警戒する

Etymology

Literally “attach the mind”: 気 is attention or mind, and つける is to attach or direct it.

FAQ

What does 気をつける mean?

To pay attention so that danger or a mistake can be avoided.

How do you read 気をつける?

It is read きをつける, romanized ki o tsukeru.

What does 気をつけて mean?

It is a request to be careful or take care.

Can it be said when someone leaves?

Yes. 気をつけて is a friendly farewell wishing them a safe trip.

Can it refer to health?

Yes. It can mean taking care not to become ill.

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