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  4. 気を取り直す

気を取り直す

ki o torinaosu
to regain composure

失敗しても気を取り直して続けよう。

Even if you fail, regain your composure and keep going.


informal

To recover one's mental or emotional balance after a setback or disappointment.

試験に落ちたが、気を取り直して次に向かうつもりだ。

I failed the exam, but I plan to regain my composure and move on to the next one.

プレゼンで失敗した後、気を取り直して再挑戦した。

After failing the presentation, I regained my composure and tried again.

This phrase is often used to encourage someone to stay positive and continue despite difficulties.

Collocations

気を取り直してregain composure and気を取り直す必要があるneed to regain composure

Synonyms

気を落ち着かせる冷静になる立ち直る

Antonyms

落ち込む諦める投げ出す

Related Phrases

気を強く持つphrase
to stay strong mentally
気を楽にするphrase
to relax

Pro Tip

Encouragement

This phrase is often used to encourage someone who is feeling down or has faced a setback.

Gold Rule

Positive Tone

Always use this phrase in a supportive or encouraging context.

Word Origin

The phrase combines '気' (ki, spirit/mind) and '取り直す' (torinaosu, to do again or correct), suggesting a mental reset.

Usage Notes

This phrase is commonly used in both personal and professional contexts to encourage resilience and perseverance.

Word Breakdown

気
spirit, mind, or emotional state
root
+
を
object marker
particle
+
取り直す
to do again, to correct, or to regain
verb
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