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につき

Noun + につき

Meanings

  • Due to
  • On account of
  • Per
  • Each or every

About this pattern

Explanation

につき attaches to a noun to indicate cause, reason, or basis, often in formal or official contexts. It can also express a rate or quota per unit (per person, per item) or a time-bound statement like 'for the period'. It is more impersonal and official-sounding than casual expressions using ので or から. Typical contexts include notices, announcements, prices, and terms of service. When you want to show a direct cause (often in written notices), につき is a natural choice. Note that the form requires a noun before につき; it is not used with verbs. For per-unit meanings, think of it as 'per' or 'for each'.

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Example sentences

悪天候につき、本日のイベントは中止となりました。

Due to bad weather, today's event has been canceled.

一人につき1000円です。

1000 yen per person.

会員につき1名まで無料です。

One person per member is free.

期間につき3日間の休業となります。

We will be closed for three days during the period.