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頑張る
ganbaru
What does "頑張る" mean in English?
to do one's best, to persevere彼はテストで頑張りました
He did his best on the test.
How to use "頑張る" correctly: definitions and examples in English?
informal
To put forth great effort or perseverance; to do one's best in a challenging situation.
頑張ってください！
Please do your best!
彼女は頑張って勉強しています
She is studying hard.
This is a common expression of encouragement in Japanese, often used to motivate someone facing a difficult task.
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Pro Tip
Encouragement
This phrase is often used to encourage someone, similar to 'You can do it!' in English.
Gold Rule
Politeness
While '頑張る' is informal, adding 'ください' makes it more polite and appropriate for formal situations.
Word Origin
From the noun '頑固' (gan-ko, stubborn) and the verb '張る' (haru, to stretch or extend). The combination suggests stretching oneself to the limit.
Usage Notes
This verb is often used to encourage others or express determination. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts, though it is more common in informal speech.
Word Breakdown
頑
stubborn, strong
root張
to stretch, to extend
rootる
verb ending
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