ふさわしい
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Base i-adjective form ending in 『い』. Describes something that is fitting or suitable for a situation.
Theme
In a school club meeting, User and their classmate Aiko discuss what gift to give their teacher for Teacher's Day.
ふさわしい
ふさわしい
appropriate
Core Language Building BlocksCore Adjectives
Memory Hook
Imagine a puzzle piece that fits perfectly—it's 'appropriate' for the spot. Think: 'Fits so well' → 『ふさわしい』 (fusawashii, 'appropriate').
Cultural Note
In Japanese culture, using 『ふさわしい』 (fusawashii, 'appropriate') is common in formal settings, such as business or ceremonies, to describe suitable behavior, attire, or timing that matches expectations.
Forms
Base: ふさわしいBase i-adjective form ending in 『い』. Describes something that is fitting or suitable for a situation.
Negative: ふさわしくないDrop 『い』 → add 『くない』 (kunai, negative) → 『ふさわしくない』 (fusawashikunai).
Past: ふさわしかったDrop 『い』 → add 『かった』 (katta, past) → 『ふさわしかった』 (fusawashikatta).
Adverbial: ふさわしくDrop 『い』 → add 『く』 (ku, adverbial) → 『ふさわしく』 (fusawashiku).
Comparative: よりふさわしいComparative formed with modifier 『より』 (yori, 'more than') + base adjective.
Superlative: 一番ふさわしいSuperlative formed with 『一番』 (ichiban, 'number one / Most') + adjective.