つぶさに Japanese meaning | KotomoraFreq.FrequencyTop 100,000 Meanings
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adverb
in detail; thoroughly; completely
usually written using kana alone
Describes examining, reporting, or knowing something in full detail, leaving nothing out. Often used in formal or written contexts.
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He knows the incident thoroughly.
Kanji
備equip, provision, preparation 悉all, entirely, altogether
Similar words
- 詳しく
詳しく is the common, everyday word for 'in detail'. つぶさに is more formal and emphasizes completeness and thoroughness.
- 細かく
細かく means 'minutely' or 'in fine detail', often focusing on small parts. つぶさに implies covering every aspect comprehensively.
Etymology
Derived from the adjective つぶさ (detailed, minute). The exact origin is uncertain, but it is a native Japanese word.
