English–Japanese

“nice to meet you” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiyoroshiku

Example

新しい友だちによろしくと言います。atara shi i tomo da chi ni yo ro shi ku to i i ma su

I say "Nice to meet you" to my new friend.

Illustration for よろしく (nice to meet you)

How to say “nice to meet you” in Japanese

“Nice to meet you” in Japanese is よろしく (yoroshiku).

It marks a request for favorable treatment or proper handling, with the exact English wording shaped by the situation.

Full entry for よろしく: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with よろしく

明日の発表もよろしくお願いします。asu no hap pyō mo yo ro shi ku o nega i shi ma su

Thank you in advance for your help with tomorrow's presentation.

Tips for using よろしく

  • English learners may notice よろしく (yoroshiku) in requests, introductions, and email closings, where it expresses a wish for a smooth relationship rather than naming one fixed action.

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