How to Say ‘Please; be kind to me; let's get along’ in Japanese
よろしく
yoroshiku
[yoh-roh-shee-koo]
💬 Usage Tip: [よろしく] is a flexible social phrase. It can mean "please take care of this," "nice to work with you," or "I'm counting on you," depending on context.
🇯🇵 In Japan: This is one of those super-Japanese expressions that does many jobs at once. In kitchens, it can sound like teamwork, trust, and politeness all packed into one word.
Phrase Breakdown
よろしく
yoroshiku
[yoh-roh-shee-koo]
please treat me well; looking forward to working with you
A useful expression for asking cooperation politely or warmly.
しごとのはじめによろしくと言います。
At the start of work, I say yoroshiku.
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