きっちり

Alternative writings: キッチリ
JLPT:N1
Frequency:
1

Exactly or precisely — punctual or on the dot; with little to no deviation in time or amount.

AdverbAdverb Taking 'と'Irregular VerbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

会議はきっちり9時に始まった。

The meeting started exactly at 9 o'clock.

この箱は中身がきっちり入っているので隙間がない。

The box is filled exactly, so there's no gap inside.

彼はきっちり時間を守る人だ。

He is someone who is punctual.

2

Closely or tightly — fitting perfectly or snugly without gaps.

AdverbAdverb Taking 'と'Irregular VerbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

このシャツはきっちりサイズが合う。

This shirt fits perfectly.

フタがきっちり閉まっているか確認してください。

Please check that the lid is closed tightly.

部品がきっちりはまっているのでぐらつかない。

The part fits snugly, so it doesn't wobble.

3

Properly or without fail — doing things thoroughly and reliably, without sloppiness.

AdverbAdverb Taking 'と'Irregular VerbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

仕事はきっちり終わらせてから帰ってください。

Please finish your work properly before going home.

彼女は家計をきっちり管理している。

She manages the household finances carefully.

宿題はきっちりやって提出した。

I did the homework properly and submitted it.

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