Translation guide
The English word 'chill' has several distinct meanings: a cold feeling, a relaxed state, and as a verb meaning to cool or relax. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for each.
There's a chill in the air.
A moderate but unpleasant coldness, often in the air or a sensation.
General word for coldness or chill, often used for air or body.
The morning chill has become severe.
A sudden feeling of cold, often associated with shivering or illness.
The sensation of chill on the skin, often used for weather.
The autumn chill is pleasant.
Calm, relaxed, easygoing, or untroubled.
Describes a person who is calm and composed.
He's always so chill.
Implies a relaxed, unhurried attitude; often used for atmosphere or personality.
I'm just chilling at home today.
Slang for relaxed, loose, or not strict; can describe a person or situation.
To make something cold, like food or drink.
To spend time relaxing, often casually with friends.
Common casual phrase meaning to relax or take it easy.
On weekends I chill with friends.
To laze around, often with a nuance of doing nothing productive.
I just chilled all day today.
To relax comfortably, often at home or in a cozy setting.
Using 'チル' (chiru) as a loanword is understood by some young people, but it's not standard. Stick to native expressions like 落ち着いている or のんびりしている.
寒気がするので、熱を測ってみます。
I feel a chill, so I'll take my temperature.
I like that teacher because he's chill.
I let the soup chill before drinking it.
家でくつろいで映画を見た。
I chilled at home and watched a movie.