Translation guide
The English verb "subside" covers several distinct meanings: physical sinking or settling, a decrease in intensity of something like pain or noise, and the receding of floodwaters. This guide breaks down these meanings and provides natural Japanese equivalents for each.
To become less strong, severe, or intense
Used for pain, noise, emotions, or disturbances calming down or subsiding. Intransitive.
Emphasizes a softening or easing of something harsh, like pain, anger, or tension. Intransitive.
My anger subsided.
Specifically for noise, wind, or excitement becoming quiet or calm. Intransitive.
The wind subsided.
Similar to 治まる but often used for situations, disputes, or public unrest coming to an end. Intransitive.
The turmoil subsided.
For excitement, panic, or a situation settling down and becoming calm. Intransitive.
My feelings subsided.
Water level going down after a flood
To sink to a lower level
English often uses 'subside' for emotions like anger or excitement. In Japanese, use specific verbs like 治まる or 和らぐ rather than a direct translation of 'subside'.
The water subsided.