Japanese

てきな
Meaning: -like; -al; -tic; in terms of
Part of Speech: Suffix

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Handwriting

的
な

Example sentences

Personally, I prefer this design.
都会の刺激的な生活に憧れている。
I long for the stimulating life of the city.
彼は毎日の勉強を通じて、専門的な知識を身につけた
He acquired specialized knowledge through daily study.
長期的な戦略を立てることが成功への鍵だ。
Developing a long-term strategy is the key to success.
政府は開発途上国に対して資金的な援助を行っている。
The government is providing financial assistance to developing countries.
その伝統的な祭りの存続が危ぶまれている。
The survival of that traditional festival is in danger.
健康的な生活習慣を身につけることが望ましい。
It is desirable to acquire healthy lifestyle habits.
その店は隠れ家的な雰囲気がある。
That shop has a secluded atmosphere.
彼女は小悪魔的な微笑みで、男たちの心を弄んでいる。
She plays with men's hearts with her coquettish smile.
彼の記憶力は驚異的だ
His memory is amazing.

Usage Notes

A suffix that turns nouns into adjectival nouns. In modern slang, '私的には' means 'as for me' or 'in my opinion'.

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