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“first to arrive” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajisenchaku

Example

先着の方から席を選べます。sen chaku no hō ka ra seki o era be ma su

The first people to arrive can choose their seats.

Illustration for 先着 (first to arrive)

How to say “first to arrive” in Japanese

“First to arrive” in Japanese is 先着 (senchaku).

Marks priority based on arriving before others, so earlier arrivals receive access or choices first.

Full entry for 先着: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 先着

イベントでは先着順で記念品をお渡しします。i be n to de wa sen chaku jun de ki nen hin o o wata shi shi ma su

At the event, souvenirs will be given out in order of arrival.

Tips for using 先着

  • In notices about limited seats, goods, or places, 先着 (senchaku) often signals that availability depends on arrival order.

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