How to Say ‘Specifically’ in Japanese
具体的には
ぐたいてきには
💬 Usage Tip: Indicates moving from general to specific information.
🇯🇵 In Japan: Shows a preference for clarity and concreteness in conversation.
Phrase Breakdown
具体的に
は
Word-by-Word Breakdown
具体ぐたい
[gutai]
concrete; specific
Addresses details in a clear or explicit manner.
具体的なアイデアを考えています。
I'm thinking of a specific idea.
的てき
[teki]
like; of
Forms adjectives meaning 'in the manner of.’
具体的なアイデアを考えています。
I'm thinking of a specific idea.
にに
[ni]
into; in
Indicates focus or direction of an action.
具体的には何をしますか？
What exactly will you do?
はは
[wa]
as for
Topic marker indicating focus or emphasis in context.
具体的には何をしますか？
What exactly will you do?
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