How to Say ‘Please’ in Japanese
よろしく
yoroshiku
[yoroshiku]
💬 Usage Tip: [よろしく] on its own doesn't literally mean "please"; it's more like "I'm counting on your goodwill" or "please treat this favorably." That's why it appears in lots of set phrases, especially [よろしくお願いします].
Phrase Breakdown
よろしく
yoroshiku
[yoroshiku]
best regards
Used when asking for a favor or introducing oneself.
よろしくお願いします。
I look forward to working with you.
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