How to Say ‘Best regards / please be kind to me’ in Japanese
よろしく
yoroshiku
[yoh-roh-shee-koo]
💬 Usage Tip: [よろしく] by itself is casual and incomplete-looking, but very common with friends. It hints at "Please be nice to me" or "Let's get along."
🇯🇵 In Japan: On its own, [よろしく] feels friendly and relaxed. Save it for casual situations after the mood softens.
Phrase Breakdown
よろしく
yoroshiku
[yoh-roh-shee-koo]
well / favorably / please treat me well
Often used in greetings and requests to express goodwill.
よろしく お願いします。
Please treat me well.
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