How to Say ‘Alright’ in Japanese
わかりました
わかりました
💬 Usage Tip: The phrase [わかりました] (wakarimashita) acknowledges understanding or agreement.
🇯🇵 In Japan: Conveying understanding is important in maintaining harmony which is valued in Japanese culture.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
わかりわかり
[wakari]
understand
The stem form of the verb 'to understand'.
あなたの言うことがわかりました。
I understood what you said.
ましまし
[mashi]
politeness marker
A polite auxiliary verb often used in formal speech.
わかりましたので安心してください。
I understood, so please be at ease.
たた
[ta]
past tense marker
Denotes the past tense in verbs.
説明を聞いて、わかりました。
I listened to the explanation and understood.
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