How to Say ‘Suitable’ in Japanese
適している
てきしている
💬 Usage Tip: The verb [適している] (tekishite iru) can be used to describe something fitting well or appropriately.
🇯🇵 In Japan: Suitability is highly valued in the Japanese work ethic, where harmony and appropriateness are key.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
適してきし
[tekishi]
suitable
Appropriate or fitting for a particular purpose or situation.
この仕事に適しています。
This job is suitable.
てて
[te]
is
A particle indicating continuation of an action or state.
車が来ています。
The car is coming.
いるいる
[iru]
to exist
A verb to indicate existence or a continuous state.
彼がここにいる。
He is here.
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