Translation guide
The English phrase "do over" can mean to repeat an action, to redecorate or renovate, or to attack or criticize someone. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for each meaning.
To do something again, often because the first attempt was unsatisfactory.
The most direct and common way to say 'do over' in the sense of redoing a task or action. It implies correcting or starting again.
To change the appearance or structure of a room, building, etc., often completely.
Used for renovating or remodeling interiors, such as rooms or shops. Implies a significant change.
We did over the living room.
To physically assault or verbally criticize someone severely.
Please do your homework over.
Let's do it over from the beginning.
Literally 'do one more time'. A simple, casual phrase for doing something again, not necessarily implying correction.
Try doing it over.
Means 'repeat'. Used for actions done multiple times, often in a cycle or routine. Slightly more formal.
I did the same task over and over.
Specifically refers to changing the layout or decoration of a room, like rearranging furniture or changing curtains.
I did over my room.
Loanword from English 'reform', commonly used for home renovation, especially structural changes like kitchen or bathroom remodeling.
We plan to do over the kitchen.
Casual verb meaning to beat up or defeat someone. Can be used for physical fights or strong criticism.
He did over his opponent.
To harshly criticize or verbally tear someone down. Stronger than just complaining.
I got done over by my boss.
Literally 'to beat like a bag', meaning to gang up on someone physically or verbally. Very strong expression.
He was done over by a group.