NichiDict

勝手

N1
かって
[katte]
Illustration for 勝手

Meanings

1.NounAdj-na

one's own convenience; one's way; selfishness

2.Noun

surroundings; environment; way of doing things

3.Noun

convenience; ease of use

4.Noun

financial circumstances; living; livelihood

5.Noun

kitchen

6.Noun

right hand (in archery); hand that pulls the bowstring

7.NounPrefix

unauthorised (e.g. phone app, WWW site); unofficial

Examples

勝手な行動は周囲に迷惑をかけることがある。

Selfish behavior can cause trouble for others.

台所の勝手を把握するのに時間がかかった。

It took time to get familiar with the kitchen layout.

勝手が分からず戸惑ってしまった。

I was confused because I didn't know my way around.