慣れる
nareru[na̠ɾe̞ɾɯ̟]
To get used to in Japanese is 慣れる (nareru).
The phrase is used to describe the process of becoming accustomed to a new situation, environment or experience through repetition or familiarity.
Which one should you use?
While 慣れる describes the process of becoming accustomed to something, it should not be confused with 慣習, which refers to a social custom or convention. You can also use the form 慣れてくる to specifically emphasize the gradual nature of becoming accustomed to something over a period of time.
How does it change in a sentence?
To indicate the thing you are becoming accustomed to, use the particle に with the verb, forming 〜に慣れる. Additionally, the past tense form 慣れた can function as an adjective to describe the state of already being accustomed to something.
How do you pronounce it?
nareru
Did you know?
- In Japanese, the concept of 'getting used to' can be used to describe a person's lack of nervousness. A person who is 慣れている is not just accustomed to a task, but is often seen as a 'seasoned pro' or an expert in that field.
- Saying 慣れた can sometimes carry a negative nuance, suggesting that the initial excitement of a new experience has vanished and only routine remains.
- The verb 慣れる belongs to a rare group of classical verbs called 'lower bigrade' conjugation, which has since evolved into a more common 'monograde' pattern in modern Japanese.
Examples in context
- すぐに慣れるわ。You'll get used to it in no time.This sentence shows how to express that someone will get used to something quickly using 慣れる.Tatoeba #214935 by small_snow, translation #52230 by CK
- 騒音にはすぐ慣れるよ。You'll soon get used to the noise.This sentence uses 慣れる to describe getting used to a specific thing like noise.Tatoeba #12394884 by small_snow, translation #2712855 by CK
- 心配いらないよ。そのうち慣れるよ。Don't worry. You'll get used to it over time.This sentence uses 慣れる to express that someone will get used to something over time.Tatoeba #10798128 by small_snow, translation #9504525 by shekitten
- 新しい環境に慣れています。I have gotten used to the new environment.
- 新しい生活に適応しています。I am getting used to the new lifestyle.
- 新しい学校に慣れたよ。I got used to the new school.
- 東京の暑さになれた。I got used to the heat of Tokyo.
- 17 more sentences on Tatoeba
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry 慣れる, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries 慣れる, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
