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Noun meaning 'priority' or 'precedence'. Often used in phrases like 『先に』 (saki ni, 'first / Ahead'). Example: 『お先にどうぞ』 (osaki ni douzo, 'please go first').
Theme
At a café, User and their colleague Aiko plan their weekend activities, discussing what to prioritize first.
先
さき
priority / precedence
Advanced ExpansionAbstract Concepts
Memory Hook
Think of 'saki' (先) as the 'sack' you grab first — it has priority! 'Sack' → 先 (saki, 'priority / Precedence').
Cultural Note
In Japanese culture, 『先』 (saki, 'priority / Precedence') is important in social interactions, such as letting elders go first or respecting order in queues, reflecting values of harmony and respect.
Forms
Base: 先Noun meaning 'priority' or 'precedence'. Often used in phrases like 『先に』 (saki ni, 'first / Ahead'). Example: 『お先にどうぞ』 (osaki ni douzo, 'please go first').