Offline mode

    頑張って！ (ganbatte!) - Do your best!

    Grammar & Usage

    fixed expression (imperative form of a verb)
    casual to neutral

    How it works

    「頑張って！」 is the te-form (imperative/request form) of the verb 「頑張る (ganbaru)」, meaning 'to persevere' or 'to do one's best'. It functions as an encouragement, expressing wishes for success or sustained effort. The exclamation mark emphasizes the encouragement.

    Sample sentences

    明日の試験、頑張ってね！

    Good luck with your exam tomorrow!

    仕事、頑張って！応援してるよ。

    Do your best at work! I'm cheering for you.

    最後まであきらめずに頑張ってください。

    Please don't give up and do your best until the end.

    Quick facts

    nuance:Can be used to encourage someone facing a challenge, a competition, an exam, or a difficult task. It implies putting in effort and not giving up.
    origin:Derived from the verb 頑張る (ganbaru - to endure, to persist, to do one's best).
    politeness:Less formal than 「頑張ってください (ganbatte kudasai)」, but commonly used among friends, family, and colleagues.

    Mnemonic

    Sign in for a creative sound-alike story that makes "頑張って！ (ganbatte!) - Do your best!" unforgettable 🧠

    Get an AI-generated memory hook for 頑張って！ (ganbatte!) - Do your best! — a vivid scene that locks the word in your brain 🧠

    Example

    明日の試験、頑張ってね！

    Good luck with your exam tomorrow!

    仕事、頑張って！応援してるよ。

    Do your best at work! I'm cheering for you.

    Sign in for AI-generated examples tailored to your level ✨