Entry
バッチリ
bacchiri
Describes something that is done flawlessly, fits exactly, or is fully prepared with a sense of satisfaction.
Meaning
Quick Meaning
A casual word used when things go exactly as planned, look fantastic, or are completely ready. It carries a positive, energetic tone of success and satisfaction.
- Fully prepared
- Perfect appearance
- Successful outcome
Sense Map
Preparation & Readiness
Expresses that preparations are completely finished and there is nothing left to worry about.
準備がバッチリだ
Appearance & Fitting
Indicates that an outfit, makeup, or style looks absolutely flawless or fits perfectly.
メイクがバッチリ決まる
Results & Precision
Describes an action, understanding, or result that turned out exceptionally well.
バッチリ理解できる
Usage Note
How to Use
バッチリだ
Used at the end of a sentence to state that the current condition is perfect or fully ready.
バッチリ + verb
Acts as an adverb showing that an action is performed flawlessly or fits perfectly.
バッチリ決まる
A set phrase often used to praise style, outfits, or a pose that looks incredibly cool and perfect.
準備バッチリ
A common phrase meaning that preparations are perfect or complete.
How to Use
Common Phrases
準備バッチリ
perfectly prepared
バッチリ決まる
looking perfect / flawlessly executed
バッチリ合う
fitting perfectly / matching spot on
タイミングがバッチリ
perfect timing
Nuance
Context Nuance
| Common Contexts | Nuance | Usage Note |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance & Style | positive | Used to compliment someone who is dressed sharply or whose makeup is flawless. |
| Event Readiness | positive | Confirms that all necessities are prepared and an event can proceed smoothly. |
Similar Words
Comparison Table
| Similar Words | When to Use | Not the Same as | Mini Example |
|---|---|---|---|
ぴったり ぴったり / similar | Use pittari when focusing on exact physical fit, lack of gaps, or precise measurements. | Pittari is more neutral and objective about exactness, while bacchiri carries an emotional sense of satisfaction that something is perfectly done. | サイズがぴったり合う |
ちゃんと ちゃんと / similar | Use chanto when someone does something properly, diligently, or follows the rules as expected. | Chanto means meeting the standard of what should be done, whereas bacchiri means achieving a highly satisfying or flawless result. | ちゃんと宿題をする |
Usage Note
Common Mistakes
Using bacchiri when speaking to a boss or client in a formal setting.
It is too casual. Use 完璧です (kanpeki desu) or 申し分ありません (moushibun arimasen) in formal contexts.
Using bacchiri to say you have eaten exactly the right amount of food.
For an exact portion size or just the right amount of food, ちょうどいい (choudo ii) or ぴったり (pittari) is more natural.
Examples
Examples
旅行の準備はバッチリだ。
りょこうのじゅんびはバッチリだ。
The preparations for the trip are perfect.
LiteralShows the literal meaning of preparations being fully complete.
今日のメイクはバッチリ決まっている。
きょうのメイクはバッチリきまっている。
Today's makeup looks absolutely flawless.
VisualHighlights a visual appearance that looks incredibly good and well put together.
カメラのピントがバッチリ合う。
カメラのピントがバッチリあう。
The camera focus is spot on.
VisualShows visual precision where the camera focus aligns perfectly.
先生の説明でバッチリ理解できた。
せんせいのせつめいでバッチリりかいできた。
I understood perfectly thanks to the teacher's explanation.
LiteralUsed literally to indicate a thorough and complete understanding.
二人の息がバッチリ合っている。
ふたりのいきがバッチリあっている。
The two are perfectly in sync with each other.
FigurativeFigurative usage showing perfect harmony and timing between two people.
Similar Words
ぴったり
pittari
Describes things that fit perfectly, match exactly, or an action that stops completely. Focuses on an exact physical fit or precise timing without gaps.
ちゃんと
chanto
A colloquial adverb expressing that an action is performed correctly, properly, or reliably according to expectations. Focuses on doing things properly and following expected rules.
Questions
What is the difference between bacchiri and kanpeki?
Both mean perfect. However, bacchiri is conversational slang, whereas kanpeki is a formal noun that can be used in business and writing.
Can I write it in hiragana as ばっちり?
Yes, both hiragana and katakana are used. Katakana tends to highlight the cheerful and punchy feel of the word.
When do I use bacchiri kimaru?
This is a very common expression used when someone looks incredibly stylish, or when a trick or pose is executed flawlessly.
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- 1010280
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- JMdict_english
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