Yukimoji - Learn Japanese

VocabJLPT N5

to be silent

Godan VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to be silent
2. to say nothing

This verb means "to become silent" or "to stop talking." It is used when someone deliberately goes quiet, either out of shyness, stubbornness, or as a reaction to something surprising or upsetting.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Just say something — why are you going quiet on me?

Sentence 2

I want to think for a bit, so let me stay quiet.

Sentence 3

I said too much — I should just keep my mouth shut now.

Sentence 4

The two sat in silence at the quiet café.

Sentence 5

I won't say another word.