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Japanese · 日本語
Translation
抱きしめて
Romanization
Dakishimete
Pronunciation
dah-kee-shee-meh-teh
When to use it
Use this with someone you are emotionally close to. It can feel intimate, so avoid using it too early with strangers. In Japanese, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.
Example
抱きしめて — a direct line you might say privately to a partner for "hug me".
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FAQ
You say "抱きしめて" in Japanese. The romanized form is "Dakishimete", and a simple pronunciation cue is "dah-kee-shee-meh-teh".
This entry is marked as casual. The usage note explains when the phrase is appropriate and when you should soften it.
Use "dah-kee-shee-meh-teh" as a learner-friendly pronunciation cue. The romanization is "Dakishimete".
Use this with someone you are emotionally close to. It can feel intimate, so avoid using it too early with strangers. In Japanese, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.