Vocabulary

What does 直に (じかに, jikani) mean?

直に (じかに, jikani) means directly; immediately.

Quick facts
Readingじかに
Romajijikani
Part of speechadverb
Level (estimated, JLPT framework)N3
じかに
N3 · estimated, JLPT frameworkCommonjikani

directly; immediately

  1. 1adverb directly; in person; firsthand

Example sentences

  • I had the chance to speak directly with the president.

  • It's hot, so please don't touch it directly with your hand.

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