Meaning
To feel a sense of relief after worry or anxiety.
Cultural Background
The chest is considered the center of emotion in Japanese, similar to the heart in English. Many cultures associate 'relief' with the physical act of exhaling or removing a weight.
Use with 'yatto'
Adding 'yatto' makes it sound more natural.
Meaning
To feel a sense of relief after worry or anxiety.
Use with 'yatto'
Adding 'yatto' makes it sound more natural.
Test Yourself
Which situation is appropriate for this phrase?
You just won the lottery. What do you say?
Winning the lottery is joy, not relief from anxiety.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesYou just won the lottery. What do you say?
Winning the lottery is joy, not relief from anxiety.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is only for emotional relief.
Related Phrases
ほっとする
synonymTo feel relieved
息をつく
similarTo take a breath
