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わざわざ

Usually written in kana. Kanji spelling

expressly; especially; specially; taking the trouble (to do)

JLPT N1 Intermediate Japanese L9 Also written

Meaning

  1. adv
    expressly; especially; specially; taking the trouble (to do); going to the trouble of (doing); going out of one's way (to do)
  2. adv
    intentionally; deliberately; on purpose