わざわざ
JLPT Level: N3
Meanings
expressly
especially
go out of one's way
take the trouble to
Usage
わざわざ + Verb (dictionary form)
わざわざ + Verb (て-form) + くれる/くる/ある等
Explanation
わざわざ is used when someone makes an effort or goes out of their way to do something that is noticeable or unnecessary from the speaker's perspective. It carries a nuance of appreciation or mild reproach, depending on context. It is commonly used when the action is not required but is done for the sake of someone else or to show consideration. It can attach to actions like visiting, helping, bringing something, or conveying information, and is often paired with verbs like 来る/くれる, する, してくれる.
わざわざ遠いところから来てくれて、ありがとうございます。
わざわざとおいところからきてくれて、ありがとうございます。
Thank you for coming all the way from a far place.
わざわざ私のために時間を作ってくれて、うれしいです。
わざわざわたしのためにじかんをつくってくれて、うれしいです。
I'm grateful you took time out of your schedule for me.
彼はわざわざ私の家まで来てくれた。
かれはわざわざわたしのいえまできてくれた。
He went all the way to my house to visit me.