N3
かってに (katte ni)
勝手に
on one's own initiative; without permission; selfishly
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Implies acting independently, often without proper permission or consideration for others, frequently with a negative connotation. Can also mean 'of its own accord' or 'spontaneously'.
📝 Example Sentences
彼は私の許可なく勝手に私のパソコンを使った。
He used my computer without my permission.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "勝手に"!
「私のプリンを_______食べないでください！」
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 許可なく人の物を取る行為に対して、不満を表す「勝手に」が適切です。
English: 'Katte ni' is appropriate to express dissatisfaction with someone taking another's possession without permission.
English: 'Katte ni' is appropriate to express dissatisfaction with someone taking another's possession without permission.
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