勝手
かって
one's own convenience; one's way; selfishness; surroundings
JLPT N1 Common word
Meanings
Noun, Na-adjective
one's own convenience; one's way; selfishnessNoun
surroundings; environment; way of doing things- convenience; ease of use
- financial circumstances; living; livelihood
- kitchen
All 7 meanings
- right hand (in archery); hand that pulls the bowstring
Noun, prefix
unauthorised (e.g. phone app, WWW site); unofficial
Example sentences
みんな勝手なもんよ。
I am of the opinion that everyone acts in their own selfish interests.
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While there is black in my eye, I will not allow you to take such liberties!
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John helped himself to several pieces of pie without asking.
「我々はそれをしなければなりません」「それって、勝手な思い込みだと思うよ」
"We have to do it." "I think that's just a presumption."
いつまでもぶつくさ言っているのは君の勝手だけどね、それじゃあ事態は何一つ変わらないよ。
You can complain 'til the cows come home, but it's not going to make a bit of difference.