How to Say ‘Calm down.’ in Japanese
おちついて。
ochitsui te
[oh-chee-tsoo-ee teh]
💬 Usage Tip: [おちついて] means 'Calm down' or 'Settle down.' It is also a phrase people say to other people, so it is very useful beyond dog talk.
🇯🇵 In Japan: Many Japanese owners prefer a calm, steady voice. Saying [おちついて] quietly can sound more natural than shouting.
Phrase Breakdown
おちつい
ochitsui
[oh-chee-tsoo-ee]
calm down
From おちつく, meaning to become calm. Used when a dog is excited or nervous.
おちついて、だいじょうぶ。
Calm down, it's okay.
て
te
[teh]
please do; command ending
The て ending makes the phrase a request or instruction.
ここでおちついて。
Calm down here.
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