How to Say ‘Got it; understood’ in Japanese
わかった
wakatsu ta
[wah-kaht tah]
💬 Usage Tip: Casual past of [わかる]. Softer/affirming: [わかったよ]. Polite: [わかりました].
🇯🇵 In Japan: You might hear this from the landlord/manager after you explain your steps—usually a sign they’ll take action next.
Phrase Breakdown
わかっ
wakatsu
[wah-kaht]
understood; got it (casual)
Casual past form of わかる. Often said by the landlord/manager after hearing your explanation.
状況はわかっ たので、すぐ手配します。
I understand the situation, so I’ll arrange it right away.
た
ta
[tah]
(past marker) did; (completed)
Past ending attached here to make わかった (“I understood / got it”).
わかっ たので、業者さんに連絡します。
Since I understood, I’ll contact the contractor.
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