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How to say 'Properly' in Japanese | 宜しく

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The Japanese word for Properly is 'Yoroshiku', written as 宜しく in Japanese.'Properly' in hiragana is よろしく.

    Meaning

    Properly

    Reading

    よろしく

    yoroshiku

    Kanji

    Right, Best regards

    Explanation

    The Japanese adverb '宜しく (よろしく)' is a versatile word often used to convey a sense of proper handling, goodwill, or politeness. It can be used in various contexts, such as when asking someone to take care of something, expressing gratitude, or setting the tone for a relationship. For example: please take care of me「宜しくお願いします」(よろしくおねがいします). Please treat me well「宜しくお願いします」(よろしくおねがいします). It's important to note that this word is often used in formal or semi-formal situations, and its meaning can vary depending on the context.

    Part Of Speech

    adverb

    Kanji JLPT

    N1

    Kanji Grade

    9

    Frequency

    1278

    Composition

    kanji-hiragana

    Handwriting

Kanji in the Word 宜しく

This word contains 1 kanji character:

  • kanji

    Meaning

    Right, Best regards

Hiragana in the Word 宜しく

This word contains 2 Hiragana characters :

  • hiragana

    Reading

    Shi
  • hiragana

    Reading

    Ku

Words Related to 宜しく Through the Kanji

This Word contains the Kanji 宜 as well.

  • word

    宜しい

    Meaning

    Fine

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What does 'Yoroshiku' (宜しく) mean?

'Yoroshiku' means 'Properly' .

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