Japanese phrase
___を踏まないで。 ___ o fu ma na i de
Meaning
Don't step on ___.
When to use it
A direct request to avoid stepping on something. It is often used in everyday situations to protect toys, drawings, or other items, and it sounds natural between children, friends, and family members.
Example dialogue
そこにおもちゃあるよ。 so ko ni o mo cha a ru yo
There is a toy there.
そのおもちゃを踏まないで。 so no o mo cha o fu ma na i de
Don't step on that toy.