Japanese

たいせつに
Meaning: carefully; with care; dearly
Part of Speech: Adverb

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Handwriting

大
切
に

Example sentences

This watch is a memento of my grandfather, so I treasure it dearly.
この農場では、牛や豚などの家畜が大切に育てられている。
On this farm, livestock such as cows and pigs are carefully raised.
兄からのお下がりを大切にしている。
I cherish the hand-me-downs I received from my brother.
祖母は伝統的な工芸品を大切にしている。
My grandmother treasures traditional crafts.
祖父は大切にしていた硯箱を私に譲ってくれた。
My grandfather gave me the writing box he had cherished.
地域社会との繋がりを大切にする。
I cherish the connection with the local community.
未熟児は保育器の中で大切に育てられた。
The premature baby was carefully raised in an incubator.

Usage Notes

Used as an adverbial expression to indicate treating something or someone with great care, importance, or affection.

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