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.

Vocabulary

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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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日程を確認してください。

Nittei wo kakunin shite kudasai

Please check the agenda.

Please check the schedule.

  • 日程 - means "agenda" or "calendar" in Japanese.
  • を - direct object particle in Japanese.
  • 確認 - means "check" or "confirm" in Japanese.
  • して - conjugated form of the verb "suru" which means "to do" in Japanese.
  • ください - imperative form of the verb "kudasai" which means "please" in Japanese.
日付を確認してください。

Hiduke wo kakunin shite kudasai

Please check the date.

Check the date.

  • 日付 (data) - indicates that it is necessary to check the date
  • を (partícula) - indicates the object of the action
  • 確認 (verificar) - action that must be taken
  • してください (por favor faça) - polite request for the action to be taken
成分を確認してください。

Sei bun wo kakunin shite kudasai

Please check the ingredients.

Check the ingredients.

  • 成分 (seibun) - Substance/Ingredient
  • を (wo) - Particle that marks the direct object of the sentence
  • 確認する (kakunin suru) - Check/Confirm
  • してください (shite kudasai) - Please do it.
割り当てを確認してください。

Waridashite wo kakunin shite kudasai

Please check the attribution.

Check the attribution.

  • 割り当て - attribution, allocation
  • を - direct object particle
  • 確認 - confirmation, verification
  • して - form of the verb suru (to do) in the gerund
  • ください - please do
先着順で席を確保してください。

Senchaku jun de seki wo kakutoku shite kudasai

Please secure your seat in order of arrival.

Please secure a seat on a first-degree, first-served basis.

  • 先着順 (sentei jun) - order of arrival
  • で (de) - indication of means or method
  • 席 (seki) - Seat
  • を (wo) - object particle
  • 確保 (kakuho) - Guarantee, ensure
  • して (shite) - conjugated form of the verb "suru" (to do)
  • ください (kudasai) - Please
スペースを確保してください。

Supēsu o kakutoku shite kudasai

Please reserve space.

Please protect the space.

  • スペース (supēsu) - space
  • を (wo) - object particle
  • 確保 (kakuhō) - guarantee, ensure, reserve
  • して (shite) - continuous form of the verb suru (to do)
  • ください (kudasai) - please give me
この書類の記述は正確ですか?

Kono shorui no kijutsu wa seikaku desu ka?

Is this document accurate?

Is this document accurate?

  • この - demonstrative pronoun meaning "this" or "this one"
  • 書類 - noun meaning "document" or "paperwork"
  • の - Particle indicating possession or relationship
  • 記述 - noun meaning "description" or "report"
  • は - Particle indicating the topic of the sentence
  • 正確 - adjective meaning "precise" or "exact"
  • です - Verb "to be" in polite form
  • か - Particle that indicates a question
  • ? - punctuation mark that indicates a question
この寸法は正確です。

Kono sunpō wa seikaku desu

This measure is accurate.

This dimension is accurate.

  • この - this
  • 寸法 - dimension
  • は - is
  • 正確 - I need
  • です - is
この帳簿は正確ですか?

Kono chōbo wa seikaku desu ka?

Is this correct?

Is this book accurate?

  • この - demonstrative "this"
  • 帳簿 - "ing book"
  • は - Topic particle
  • 正確 - "precise, exact"
  • です - Verb "to be" in polite form
  • か - interrogative particle
  • ? - question mark
この新しいビジネスモデルの確立には時間がかかるでしょう。

Kono atarashii bijinesu moderu no kakuritsu ni wa jikan ga kakaru deshou

Establishing this new business model will take time.

  • この (kono) - this
  • 新しい (atarashii) - new
  • ビジネスモデル (bijinesu moderu) - business model
  • の (no) - of
  • 確立 (kakuritsu) - establishment
  • には (niwa) - require
  • 時間 (jikan) - time
  • がかかる (gakakaru) - will take
  • でしょう (deshou) - probably

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