English–Japanese

“suitable” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajifusawashii

Example

この服は式にふさわしいです。ko no fuku wa shiki ni fu sa wa shi i de su

This outfit is suitable for the ceremony.

Illustration for ふさわしい (suitable)

How to say “suitable” in Japanese

“Suitable” in Japanese is ふさわしい (fusawashii).

Centers on the sense that someone or something has the qualities needed to belong in a particular role or situation.

Full entry for ふさわしい: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with ふさわしい

その役には彼がふさわしいです。so no yaku ni wa kare ga fu sa wa shi i de su

He is suitable for the role.

Tips for using ふさわしい

  • The word ふさわしい (fusawashii) applies to behavior and responsibilities as well as objects, so it often describes whether conduct matches a social role.

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