When someone is feeling unwell or recovering from an illness or injury, it’s thoughtful to express your wishes for their quick recovery in Japanese. Here are a few phrases you can use to say “Get well soon”:
- お大事に (Odaiji ni) This is a common phrase used to wish someone a speedy recovery. It can be translated as “Take care” or “Get well soon.” It’s a simple and widely recognized expression of concern for someone’s well-being.
Example: 元気になるまで、お大事にしてください。(Genki ni naru made, odaiji ni shite kudasai.)- “Take care until you get well.”
- お体を大切にしてください (Karada o taisetsu ni shite kudasai) This phrase means “Take care of yourself.” It conveys the message of taking good care of one’s health and well-being.
Example: お体を大切にしてください。早く回復されることをお祈りしています。(Karada o taisetsu ni shite kudasai. Hayaku kaifuku sareru koto o oinori shiteimasu.)- “Take care of yourself. I pray for your speedy recovery.”
- お早めにお元気になられることをお祈りしています (Ohayame ni ogenki ni narareru koto o oinori shiteimasu) This expression means “I pray for your early and full recovery.” It emphasizes the hope for a swift return to good health.
Example: お早めにお元気になられることをお祈りしています。お大事にしてください。(Ohayame ni ogenki ni narareru koto o oinori shiteimasu. Odaiji ni shite kudasai.)- “I pray for your early and full recovery. Take care.”
These phrases can be used in various situations, such as when a friend, family member, or colleague is feeling unwell or recovering from an illness. Adjust the level of formality based on your relationship with the person.
