Translation and Meaning of: 確 - tashika

The Japanese word 確[たしか] is a common term in everyday life, but it carries interesting nuances for those learning the language. If you have ever wondered about its exact meaning, how to use it correctly, or even its origin, this article will clarify these doubts. Additionally, we will explore its cultural context and practical tips for memorizing it efficiently.

In the Suki Nihongo dictionary, 確[たしか] is frequently searched for by students who want to understand its usage in sentences or its relationship with other similar . Here, we go beyond simple translation, diving into details that make this word unique in the Japanese vocabulary.

Meaning and usage of 確[たしか]

The term 確[たしか] is an adjective in the な (na-adjective) form that expresses certainty or confirmation. In direct translations, it can mean "certain," "sure," or "true," depending on the context. For example, when saying たしかにそうですね (tashika ni sou desu ne), you are agreeing with something emphatically, like "that is indeed the case."

A striking feature of this word is its versatility. It can be used in both formal and informal situations, although in more polished s it is common to add particles like に (ni) to soften the statement. Its frequent use in everyday dialogues makes it essential for those who want to sound natural when speaking Japanese.

Origin and writing of the kanji 確

The kanji 確 is composed of the radical 石 (stone) and the component 隺, which once represented the idea of "firmness." This combination is not by chance: the image of something solid like a stone reinforces the sense of certainty that the word carries. Etymologically, its origin dates back to ancient Chinese, where it already conveyed the notion of something confirmed or unquestionable.

It is worth noting that the reading たしか (tashika) is one of several possible readings for this kanji. In compounds like 確認 (kakunin) or 確実 (kakujitsu), it appears with the on'yomi reading カク (kaku), demonstrating how the same character can have different sounds depending on the word it is in.

Tips for memorizing and using 確[たしか]

An effective way to reinforce this word is to associate it with situations where certainty is essential. For example, when reviewing information, you can practice sentences like たしか明日は雨です (tashika ashita wa ame desu) – "it will definitely rain tomorrow." This type of contextual usage helps to internalize not only the meaning but also the correct intonation.

Interestingly, 確[たしか] appears frequently in dramas and animes, especially in scenes where characters confirm facts or recall something. Paying attention to these moments can be a fun way to absorb its real use. Additionally, jotting down examples in a notebook or an app like Anki reinforces long-term learning.

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Synonyms and similar words

  • 確か (Tashika) - Certainty; reliability
  • 確実 (Kakujitsu) - Sure; guaranteed; unquestionable
  • 確信 (Kakushin) - Conviction; a firm belief in something
  • 確定 (Kakutei) - Determination; final decision; definition
  • 確認 (Kakunin) - Confirmation; verification

Related words

明確

meikaku

Clarify; define.

的確

tekikaku

I need; exact

適確

tekikaku

I need; exact

確か

tashika

right; Of course; definitive; if I'm not mistaken; if I correctly

確かめる

tashikameru

to determine

正確

seikaku

necessary; punctuality; accuracy; authenticity; veracity

確り

shikkari

firme;seguro;confiável;ponderado;constante

確信

kakushin

conviction; trust

確実

kakujitsu

certainty; reliability; solidity

確定

kakutei

definition (mathematics); decision; agreement

Romaji: tashika
Kana: たしか
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n4

Translation / Meaning: right; Of course; definitive; if I'm not mistaken; if I correctly

Meaning in English: certain;sure;definite;if I'm not mistaken;if I correctly

Definition: Something certo. Something certo.

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How to Write in Japanese - (確) tashika

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Example Sentences - (確) tashika

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確認してから行動してください。

Kakunin shite kara kōdō shite kudasai

Please confirm before taking action.

Please check before acting.

  • 確認して - Confirm
  • から - E então
  • 行動してください - I'm sorry, but "aja" does not provide enough context for translation. Please provide a complete string or sentence for translation.
明日の天気予報を確認しました。

Ashita no tenki yohou wo kakunin shimashita

I checked the weather forecast for tomorrow.

I checked the weather forecast for tomorrow.

  • 明日の - tomorrow
  • 天気 - time
  • 予報 - forecast
  • を - object particle
  • 確認 - confirmation
  • しました - made
適確な判断をすることが重要です。

Tekikaku na handan wo suru koto ga juuyou desu

It is important to do accurate judgments.

It is important to make an appropriate decision.

  • 適確な - I need, exact
  • 判断をする - Making a decision, judging
  • ことが - Particle indicating that the previous word is the subject of the sentence
  • 重要です - is important
進度を確認してください。

Shindo wo kakunin shite kudasai

Please check the progress.

Please check the progress.

  • 進度 (shindo) - progresso
  • を (wo) - partícula que indica o objeto da frase
  • 確認 (kakunin) - confirmação
  • して (shite) - te-form of the verb "suru" (to do) is "shite".
  • ください (kudasai) - I'm sorry, but I can only assist with translations. Please provide the text you would like me to translate.
警察は犯人を確保しました。

Keisatsu wa hannin o kakuho shimashita

The police arrested the criminal.

The police secured the culprit.

  • 警察 (keisatsu) - police
  • は (wa) - Topic particle
  • 犯人 (han'nin) - criminal
  • を (wo) - direct object particle
  • 確保 (kakuhou) - captured
  • しました (shimashita) - Polite past tense of the verb "to do."
測定結果を確認してください。

Sokutei kekka wo kakunin shite kudasai

Please check the measurement results.

Check the measurement results.

  • 測定結果 - measurement result
  • を - object particle
  • 確認 - confirmation
  • してください - Please, make.
正確な情報を提供してください。

Seikaku na jōhō o teikyō shite kudasai

Please provide accurate information.

Provide accurate information.

  • 正確な - adjective meaning "precise, exact"
  • 情報 - noun meaning "information"
  • を - Particle indicating the direct object of the sentence
  • 提供 - verb meaning "to provide, offer"
  • して - verb form that indicates action in progress
  • ください - verb meaning "please, favor of"
材料が揃っているか確認してください。

Zairyou ga sorotte iru ka kakunin shite kudasai

Please check that all materials are available.

Make sure the materials are available.

  • 材料 (zairyou) - material
  • が (ga) - partícula que indica o sujeito de uma frase
  • 揃っている (sorotteiru) - estar completo, estar pronto
  • か (ka) - partícula que indica uma pergunta
  • 確認してください (kakunin shite kudasai) - por favor, confirme
有無を確認してください。

Yūmu o kakunin shite kudasai

Please check whether there is or not.

Please check that.

  • 有無 - means "existence or non-existence".
  • を - Particle that indicates the object of the action.
  • 確認 - means "to or confirm".
  • してください - a polite way of asking someone to do something, in this case "please check".
時刻を確認してください。

Jikoku wo kakunin shite kudasai

Check the time, please.

Please check the time.

  • 時刻 - means "hour" or "time" in Japanese.
  • を - direct object particle in Japanese.
  • 確認 - means "confirm" in Japanese.
  • してください - Japanese expression meaning "please do".

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