Meaning

Primary

Reservation

Alternative

Appointment

Word Type

noun, verbal noun, の adjective

Explanation

A beforehand promise is a promise you've made beforehand. This is a reservation or appointment. Makes sense, right?

Reading

よやく
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.

Context

Common Word Combinations

  • 予約をキャンセルする

    to cancel a reservation

    予約を入れる

    to put in a reservation

    予約をする

    to make a reservation

Context Sentences

パーマとカットの予約をしたいんですけど。

Could I make an appointment for a haircut and a perm?

夏休みに日本へ行くなら早めに予約した方がいいですよ。

If you're planning to go to Japan during the summer break, it's better to book early.

こちらのアイテムは、先行予約を受付中です!

This item is currently available for pre-order!

Kanji Composition