N2
じかに (jikani)
じかに
directly, in person
💡 Nuance & Usage:
An adverb, meaning without an intermediary, or firsthand. Emphasizes directness of contact or experience. Can be written with kanji 「直に」.
📝 Example Sentences
彼は社長にじかに交渉した。
He negotiated directly with the president.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "じかに"!
そのニュースを社長から_______聞いた。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 間に何も挟まず、直接相手から聞くことを「じかに聞く」と言います。
English: 「じかに聞く」 (jikani kiku) means to hear something directly from someone, without any intermediary.
English: 「じかに聞く」 (jikani kiku) means to hear something directly from someone, without any intermediary.
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