ふさわしい

ふさわしい · fusawashii · JLPT N1 · i-adj

appropriate

相応しい = 相 (mutual) + 応 (respond): a fit that answers its situation

相応 means corresponding to, so ふさわしい describes what matches the situation and fits it. Use it for a dress code, a job, or a gift that suits the occasion.

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