Translation guide
How to express the idea of gently persuading someone to do something or to feel a certain way, often through patience, flattery, or soft words.
I coaxed her into coming to the party.
Means to soothe or placate someone, often to get them to calm down or agree. Implies a gentle, coaxing manner.
I coaxed the crying child into the car.
Uses flattery to get someone to do something. 'おだてる' means to flatter or butter up. This pattern is common for coaxing through praise.
I coaxed him into helping with the work by flattering him.
To talk someone into something, sometimes with a nuance of coaxing or wheedling. Can imply a bit of manipulation.
He coaxed his mother into lending him money.
You are trying to get a stubborn machine, engine, or device to start or function properly by gentle or careful manipulation.
You gently draw out a reaction or information from someone who is initially reluctant or reserved.
You try to cheer someone up or improve their mood through gentle words or actions.
Means to humor or placate someone, to get them into a good mood. Often used when someone is sulking.
She was angry, so I had a hard time coaxing her into a better mood.
Combines soothing and coaxing. Used when someone is upset and you try to calm them and persuade them.
This computer is old, so I'm coaxing it along.
警察は容疑者から自白を聞き出そうとした。
The police tried to coax a confession out of the suspect.
The mother coaxed the crying baby.