決まり

This is the 4806th most frequent Japanese word.


決まり

"決まり" means "rule," "custom," or "decision."


In this sentence, "決まり" refers to rules or predetermined guidelines adhered to in a particular context, such as a classroom environment.

このクラスの決まりを守ってください。

Please follow the rules of this class.


Here, "決まり" is used to denote a person's routine or established habit, implying something regularly or customarily done.

今日は早寝するのが私の決まりです。

Today, going to bed early is my routine.


In this sentence, "決まり" is utilized in the form of 'making a decision,' signifying the settled choice or resolved action regarding one's appearance.

新しい髪型にする決まりにしました。

I decided to have a new hairstyle.