English–Japanese

“priority” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiyūsen

Example

この店ではお客様を優先します。ko no mise de wa o kyaku sama o yū sen shi ma su

This store gives priority to customers.

Illustration for 優先 (priority)

How to say “priority” in Japanese

“Priority” in Japanese is 優先 (yūsen).

Shows that one person or thing is handled before others because it is given greater precedence.

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

Example sentences with 優先

仕事では速さより正確さを優先します。shi goto de wa haya sa yo ri sei kaku sa o yū sen shi ma su

At work, I prioritize accuracy over speed.

Tips for using 優先

  • The verb 優先する (yūsen suru) often appears when people discuss arranging tasks, appointments, or customer requests in everyday conversation.

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