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いいねを押す
ii ne o osu
to like or upvote a post
この写真にいいねを押してくれたら嬉しいです
I'd be happy if you could like this photo
informal
To click the 'like' button on a social media post or content, indicating approval or appreciation
彼の投稿にいいねを押すと、通知が届きます
If you like his post, he'll get a notification
Commonly used on platforms like Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Common platforms
This phrase is used across Japanese social media platforms, not just one specific service
Gold Rule
Digital-only usage
This phrase only applies to digital interactions, not real-world actions
Word Origin
From いいね (good/like) + 押す (to push/click)
Usage Notes
The phrase is specific to digital interactions and doesn't have a literal physical equivalent
Word Breakdown
いいね
like (digital approval)
root押す
to push/click
root和英辞典