ぐるみで

JLPT Level: N1
Meanings

as a whole

entirely

with all members

all together

including everyone

in the whole package

Usage

Noun + ぐるみで

Explanation
ぐるみで expresses that something is done or considered with all parts involved, typically including all people or elements of a group or thing. It emphasizes the collective nature rather than partial participation. It is often used for actions or plans made by a group or for the inclusion of all members rather than individuals.
家族ぐるみで旅行を計画している。
かぞくぐるみでりょこうをけいかくしている。

We’re planning a trip with the whole family.

企業ぐるみで反対の声をあげた。
きぎょうぐるみではんたいのこえをあげた。

The company as a whole voiced its opposition.

友人ぐるみで結婚式を祝った。
ゆうじんぐるみでけっこんしきをいわった。

We celebrated the wedding with all of our friends.

彼は部屋の模様替えを友人ぐるみで進めた。
かれはへやのもようがえをともだちぐるみですすめた。

He rearranged the room with all of his friends involved.