N433/179

なるべく

なるべく + Verb (dictionary form)なるべく + Adjective/Adverb (i.e., 自由に/静かになど)

Meanings

as much as possible
whenever possible
to the best extent possible

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Explanation

なるべく expresses the speaker’s effort or intention to minimize or maximize something, depending on context. It means “as much as possible” or “as far as one can.” It is commonly used to make requests, plan actions, or describe efforts that should be done to the greatest extent feasible, often with a sense of consideration for limitations or constraints.

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Example sentences

なるべく早く返事をください。

Please reply as soon as possible.

なるべく静かに話してください。

Please speak as quietly as possible.

なるべくお金を使わないようにしています。

I’m trying to spend as little money as possible.

彼はなるべく遅れないように出かけた。

He left to avoid being as late as possible.

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