How to Say ‘To make / create’ in Japanese
作る
tsukuru
[tsoo-koo-roo]
💬 Usage Tip: [作る] is for making things, plans, and relationships: [料理を作る], [予定を作る], [つながりを作る].
🇯🇵 In Japan: People often say [思い出を作る] (“make memories”) when traveling or attending events.
Phrase Breakdown
作る
tsukuru
[tsoo-koo-roo]
to make; to create
Verb meaning “to make/create.” Used for making things (料理を作る) and building relationships (つながりを作る).
夕飯を作ります。
I make dinner.
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