じかに

Alternative writings: 直に
JLPT:N3
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1Directly; in person; firsthand — to do something face-to-face, or by direct contact or observation. Nearly synonymous with 直接, but often used specifically for meeting someone in person; usually written in kana.

AdverbUsually Kana

Examples

問題があるなら、担当の田中さんにじかに相談してみてください。

If there's a problem, try consulting Mr. Tanaka, the person in charge, directly.

その話はじかに聞いたので、間違いない。

I heard that story firsthand, so it's certainly true.

現場にじかに行って状況を確認した方が早い。

It's faster to go to the site directly and check the situation yourself.

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