A1 Expression Neutral 1 Min. Lesezeit

ゆっくりしましょう

Yukkuri shimasho

Let's take it easy

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Use this phrase to suggest slowing down, taking a break, or relaxing together with someone.

  • Means: Let's take it easy or let's relax.
  • Used in: Suggesting a break during work or calming someone who is rushing.
  • Don't confuse: It is not a command to move slowly, but a social invitation.
Busy schedule + 'Let's chill' = Relaxed atmosphere

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This phrase means 'let's relax.' Use it when you are with friends and want to stop working or rushing. It is very polite and easy to use.
This is a volitional expression used to invite others to take a break. It is derived from 'yukkuri' (slowly) and 'shimashou' (let's do). It is common in both social and workplace settings to reduce stress.
Beyond its literal meaning of 'slowly,' this phrase functions as a social lubricant. It allows speakers to negotiate the pace of interaction, signaling a shift toward a more relaxed, informal register. It is essential for maintaining harmony in Japanese social dynamics.
The phrase highlights the Japanese cultural preference for 'ma' or spatial/temporal breathing room. By using the volitional form, the speaker creates a shared space of relaxation, effectively de-escalating tension in high-pressure environments while maintaining appropriate social distance.
This expression exemplifies the pragmatic function of Japanese volitional verbs in social management. It serves as a soft-power tool to reframe the interpersonal dynamic, shifting from task-oriented activity to relationship-oriented leisure. Its usage requires an acute awareness of the listener's state to avoid appearing patronizing.
At a C2 level, one recognizes this as a manifestation of 'wa' (harmony). The phrase is a linguistic strategy to mitigate the 'honne' (true feeling) of exhaustion by using 'tatemae' (socially acceptable) phrasing. It reflects the cognitive linguistic tendency in Japanese to prioritize the collective emotional state over individual urgency.

Bedeutung

Suggesting to relax or slow down.

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Kultureller Hintergrund

The concept of 'yukkuri' is often associated with 'onsen' culture.

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Tone

Keep your voice soft.

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Tone

Keep your voice soft.

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Which is the most polite way to say 'Let's relax'?

A) ゆっくりしよう B) ゆっくりしましょう

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Mashou is the polite volitional form.

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Which is the most polite way to say 'Let's relax'? Choose A1

A) ゆっくりしよう B) ゆっくりしましょう

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Mashou is the polite volitional form.

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Häufig gestellte Fragen

1 Fragen

Only if you are very close.

Verwandte Redewendungen

🔗

お疲れ様

builds on

Thank you for your hard work.

Wo du es verwendest

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After a long day

A: お疲れ様！

B: お疲れ様。今日はゆっくりしましょう。

neutral
🏠

Weekend plans

A: 今週末、何する？

B: 家でゆっくりしようよ。

informal

Einprägen

Eselsbrücke

Think of a 'Yuck' (Yukkuri) that turns into a 'Cool' (yukkuri) break.

Visuelle Assoziation

Imagine a turtle wearing a sun hat, sipping tea slowly.

Rhyme

When life is a rush, take a hush, yukkuri shimashou.

Story

Ken was running to the train. He stopped, took a breath, and said 'Yukkuri shimashou.' He missed the train but enjoyed the sunset.

In Other Languages

Similar to 'Take it easy' in English or 'Prendre son temps' in French.

Word Web

休む休憩のんびり時間リラックス平和

Herausforderung

Say this phrase to a friend or colleague when you notice they are stressed.

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Aussprache

Betonung Flat pitch.

Double 'k' sound.

Formalitätsspektrum

Formell
ごゆっくりなさってください。

ごゆっくりなさってください。 (General relaxation)

Neutral
ゆっくりしましょう。

ゆっくりしましょう。 (General relaxation)

Informell
ゆっくりしよう。

ゆっくりしよう。 (General relaxation)

Umgangssprache
まったりしよー。

まったりしよー。 (General relaxation)

Derived from the adjective 'yukkuri' (slowly).

Edo:

Wusstest du?

It is often used in advertisements for travel.

Kulturelle Hinweise

The concept of 'yukkuri' is often associated with 'onsen' culture.

“温泉でゆっくりしましょう。”

Gesprächseinstiege

“

仕事が忙しいですね。

Häufige Fehler

✗

ゆっくりします

✓

ゆっくりしましょう

wrong conjugation
The first is a statement of fact, the second is an invitation.

L1 Interference

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In Other Languages

Spanish Very Similar

Tomémoslo con calma

Spanish uses 'calma' while Japanese uses 'slowly'.

French moderate

Prenons notre temps

French implies not rushing; Japanese implies relaxing.

German moderate

Lass es uns ruhig angehen

German is often used for work; Japanese is for life.

Japanese Very Similar

のんびりしましょう

Nonbiri emphasizes the mindset, yukkuri the pace.

Arabic moderate

لنأخذ الأمور ببساطة

Arabic emphasizes simplicity; Japanese emphasizes speed.

Spotted in the Real World

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(1988)

“Yukkuri shiyou.”

Relaxing in the forest.

Leicht verwechselbar

ゆっくりしましょう vs. ゆっくりしてください

Sounds like a command.

Use 'shimashou' to include yourself.

Häufig gestellte Fragen (1)

Only if you are very close.

usage contexts

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