LINE追加して
LINE tsuika shite
In Japanese, the phrase "add me on line" is expressed as LINE追加して (LINE tsuika shite).
This phrase is used specifically when referring to the LINE messaging app, which is the most popular communication tool in Japan.
What does it mean word for word?
The component 追加して (tsuika shite) is the te-form of the verb tsuika suru, which literally means "to add (me/it)".
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
The default form LINE追加して is informal and should be used with friends or people of equal social standing. To make the request polite and suitable for people you are not close with, you can add kudasai to the end of the phrase, resulting in LINE追加してください.
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase uses the te-form of the verb to make a casual request or command.
How do you pronounce it?
LINE tsuika shite
Did you know?
- The verb 追加 (tsuika) is also used in Japanese restaurants to mean 'ordering an extra serving' of a dish.
- In Japan, people often use a QRコード (QR code) to 'add' someone instantly rather than searching for a username or phone number.
- In business settings, professionals often use the phrase LINE交換しましょう (LINE kōkan shimashō), meaning 'let us exchange LINEs', instead of asking to be added.
Examples in context
- LINE追加して！LINE tsuika shite!Add me on LINE!
- よかったらLINE追加して。Yokattara LINE tsuika shite.Add me on LINE if you'd like.
- 後でLINE追加してね。Ato de LINE tsuika shite ne.Add me on LINE later, okay?
Example conversation
Ren and Yui are exchanging contact information after a first meeting.
- 蓮 Renもっと話したいし、LINE追加して。Motto hanashitai shi, LINE tsuika shite.I want to talk more, so add me on LINE.
- 結衣 Yuiいいよ。IDを教えてくれる？Ii yo. ID o oshiete kureru?Sure. Can you tell me your ID?
- 蓮 Renいいよ。今送るね。Ii yo. Ima okuru ne.Sure. I'll send it now.
- 結衣 YuiOK、今追加したよ！OK, ima tsuika shita yo!OK, I just added you!
