Japanese

かならず
Meaning: without fail; certainly; surely
Part of Speech: Adverb

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Handwriting

必
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Example sentences

Every morning, he surely goes out for a walk.
寝る前に必ずテレビの電源を消してください。
Please make sure to turn off the TV before going to bed.
毎日練習すれば、必ず実力が付く。
If you practice every day, you will definitely gain skill.
食事の前に、必ず石鹸で手を洗ってください。
Before meals, always wash your hands with soap.
明日の会議には必ず出席してください。
Please be sure to attend tomorrow's meeting.
行けば必ず何かしら得られるものがあるだろう。
If you go, there will surely be something you can gain.
私は必ず君を幸せにすると誓った。
I swore that I would definitely make you happy.
この借りはいつか必ず返す。
I will definitely return this favor someday.
パソコンの電源を切る前に、必ず作業内容を保存してください。
Before turning off the computer's power, please make sure to save your work.
毎日練習すれば、必ず技術が身につく。
If you practice every day, you will surely master the technique.

Usage Notes

Used to express an action that happens every time without exception, or a strong intention/necessity.

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