What is the definition of the Japanese word "ぜひ"?

The Japanese word "ぜひ" is defined as: "Emphatically yes; certainly; definitely."

Translation of Japanese word "ぜひ" to English

ぜひ

[zehi]

IPA: /zeɸi/

Adverbs & Numbers B1

Meaning

Preposition

Emphatically yes; certainly; definitely.

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How to use

ぜひ (zehi) — 'by all means / certainly / please'. Used to express strong desire or request. ぜひ来てください — Please do come! ぜひ見たい — I definitely want to see.

🇬🇧 English

by all means / please

Usage GuideExpresses a desire or wish.

Pronunciation Guide

Japanese Kanji: ぜひ
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): ぜひ
Romaji Transcription: zehi

Example Sentences

ぜひ来てください

ぜひきてください

Please come.

ぜひ食べないでください

ぜひたべないでください

Please don't eat.

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What does the Japanese word "ぜひ" mean?▼

The Japanese word "ぜひ" means "by all means / please" in English.

How do you pronounce the Japanese word "ぜひ"?▼

The word "ぜひ" is read as "ぜひ" (zehi). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.

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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Expresses a desire or wish.".

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