Translation guide
How to say 'that's enough' in Japanese, covering stopping an action, indicating sufficiency, and expressing frustration.
The speaker wants the listener to cease an action or speech because it has reached a limit.
A common, direct way to say 'that's enough' or 'stop it'. Can sound blunt or annoyed depending on tone.
That's enough, stop it.
That's enough, I get it.
A polite way to say 'that's enough' or 'that's sufficient'. Suitable for formal situations.
That's enough, thank you very much.
Literally 'up to there', used to tell someone to stop, often in a commanding or dramatic way.
The speaker wants to convey that no more of something is needed.
Polite and standard way to say you have had enough of something (food, drink, information, etc.).
That's enough coffee.
That's enough explanation.
Casual version of 'that's enough'. Can be used when refusing more food or drink among friends.
That's enough, I'm full.
A polite way to decline an offer, meaning 'no thank you' or 'that's enough'. Be careful with tone as it can sound cold.
Can sound abrupt or dismissive if said too directly. Soften with 'ありがとうございます' when appropriate.
That's enough, thank you. (No more, please.)
The speaker is annoyed and wants the situation or behavior to end immediately.
もういい is casual and can be used in many situations, but may sound blunt. もう十分です is polite and safe for formal contexts. 結構です is very polite but can sound cold if not softened.
Phrases like もういい and 結構です can easily sound annoyed or dismissive. Pay attention to your tone and add softening words like ありがとう or すみません when appropriate.
That's enough! (Stop right there!)