English–Japanese

“loosen” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiyurumeru

Example

ベルトを緩めます。be ru to o yuru me ma su

I loosen my belt.

Illustration for 緩める (loosen)

How to say “loosen” in Japanese

“Loosen” in Japanese is 緩める (yurumeru).

Describes easing a tight condition or limitation without necessarily removing it completely.

Full entry for 緩める: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 緩める

靴ひもを少し緩めてください。kutsu hi mo o suko shi yuru me te ku da sa i

Please loosen your shoelaces a little.

Tips for using 緩める

  • The English verb loosen often suggests that a fastening remains in place but becomes less tight, a useful distinction when 緩める (yurumeru) refers to a belt, grip, or restriction.

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