1.
earnestly, sincerely, keenly
With deep sincerity and urgency. Used to express heartfelt wishes, prayers, or requests.
切に願っています。
I sincerely hope so.
Adverbial form of 切 (keen, acute). A formal, literary expression conveying deep sincerity.
Common collocations
- 切に願う (to earnestly wish)
- 切に祈る (to earnestly pray)
- 切に望む (to earnestly desire)
- 切にお願いする (to sincerely request)
- 切に感じる (to feel keenly)
Usage
切に is more formal and literary than simply using とても or 心から. It appears frequently in formal speeches, written appeals, and polite requests. It pairs naturally with verbs of wishing, praying, and requesting.