How to Say ‘Let's rest slowly / let's take it easy and rest’ in Japanese
ゆっくり休もう
yukkuri yasumou
[yook-koo-ree yah-soo-moh]
💬 Usage Tip: [ゆっくり休もう] is best understood as “let’s take it easy and rest,” not literally “rest slowly.” Together, [ゆっくり] and [休もう] make a very natural phrase for comforting someone who feels tired, sad, or overwhelmed.
🇯🇵 In Japan: This phrase sounds caring and practical — a very common Japanese way to support someone emotionally. Instead of a big speech, you offer calm rest. Small words, strong comfort.
Phrase Breakdown
ゆっくり
yukkuri
[yook-koo-ree]
slowly; calmly; take it easy
This adds a gentle feeling of resting calmly and without pressure.
ゆっくり休もう。
Let's rest and take it easy.
休もう
yasumou
[yah-soo-moh]
let's rest
An inviting form used to suggest resting together or gently encourage rest.
つらい日はゆっくり休もう。
On hard days, let's rest and take it easy.
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