Translation of Japanese word "なるべく" to English
なるべく
なるべく
[narubeku]
IPA: /naɾubeɴɯ/
Meaning
VerbAs much as is possible.
How to use
なるべく (narubeku) — 'as much as possible / if possible'. なるべく早く — as quickly as possible. なるべく静かに — as quietly as possible.
🇬🇧 English
as much as possible
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: なるべく
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): なるべく
Romaji Transcription: narubeku
Example Sentences
なるべく早く、家に帰ります。
なるべくはやく、いえにかえります。
I'll go home as soon as possible.
なるべく、静かに話してください。
なるべく、しずかにはなしてください。
Please speak as quietly as possible.
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What does the Japanese word "なるべく" mean?▼
The Japanese word "なるべく" means "as much as possible" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "なるべく"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "As much as possible, as much as one can.".
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