頑張る

Reading: がんばる
Meaning: to do one's best, to try hard
Listen to pronunciation
Example Sentence
もう 少し 頑張れば できる はず だ
If you try a little harder, you should be able to do it.
Usage Notes
Expresses effort and perseverance. Commonly used for encouragement and to show determination.
Master this word on Sottaku!
Join thousands of learners mastering Japanese with our interactive flashcard system.
Start Learning Now