ベスト
Meanings
1
na-adjective, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', noun
Used as a noun or adjectival noun to describe the highest quality, most suitable, or most excellent thing or state. Common in phrases like ベストを尽くす (do one's best) and ベストな選択 (the best choice).
This is my best work.
I did my best, so I have no regrets.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉するのがベストだthe best thing to do is to ~
Right now, the best thing to do is wait quietly.
- ベストな〈物〉the best (choice/option) of something
I think this is the best choice given the situation.
- 〈物〉にはこれがベストだthis is the best for a given purpose/thing
For people with sensitive skin, this lotion is the best option.
Expressions
- ベストを尽くすdo one's best; give one's all