How to Say ‘Well done’ in Japanese
えらいね
erai ne
[eh-rai neh]
💬 Usage Tip: [えらい] means “admirable” or “good job.” It is perfect when your dog listens, waits, or does something nicely.
🇯🇵 In Japan: People in Japan also say [えらいね] to children, so it has a nurturing, encouraging feeling when used with dogs.
Phrase Breakdown
えらい
erai
[eh-rai]
good job; admirable
Used to praise effort or admirable behavior, like sitting nicely or waiting patiently.
ちゃんと待ててえらいね。
You waited properly—good job.
ね
ne
[neh]
isn't it; right
Adds a gentle, affectionate tone to praise.
えらいね、ねってほめるとしっぽをふる。
When I praise with “Good job, right,” my dog wags its tail.
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