English–Japanese
“cancel” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajitorikesu
Example
予約を取り消します。yo yaku o to ri ke shi ma su
I will cancel the reservation.
How to say “cancel” in Japanese
“Cancel” in Japanese is 取り消す (torikesu).
Removes the effect of a decision, arrangement, or request that was already made.
Example sentences with 取り消す
間違いに気づいたので、先ほどの発言を取り消します。ma chiga i ni ki zu i ta no de saki ho do no hatsu gen o to ri ke shi ma su
I realized my mistake, so I will retract my earlier statement.
Tips for using 取り消す
- In everyday conversation, 取り消す (torikesu) can apply to a reservation, an order, a decision, or a statement, so it covers changes to both plans and words.