JLPT N3 Intermediate
勝手
Acting as one pleases without permission, or the convenience and workings of a situation.
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勝手に adverb
勝手な na-adjective
1 Noun, Na-adjective
As You Please" / "Without Permission
Describes actions taken unilaterally based on one’s own judgment or convenience, often disregarding others.
Example
勝手に 私 の パソコン を 使わ ないで ください 。
Please don't use my computer without my permission.
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2 Noun
The Way Around" / "How Things Work
Refers to the specific circumstances, usability, or familiarity regarding a particular place or tool.
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3 Noun
Kitchen Entrance" / "Back Door
An archaic term for the kitchen or food preparation area of a household.
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4 Noun (used as a prefix)
Unofficial" / "Fan-Made
Functions as a prefix to designate an unofficial, unauthorized, or private version of a service or group.
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